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Periodontal disease impacts nearly 50% of adults in the US over the age of 30. That percentage jumps to 70% in adults 65 and older. Looking at these numbers, it’s obvious that periodontal disease, ranging from slight to severe, is very prevalent in our society. So, what are some of the factors that increase our … Read more
Since we’ve all been wearing masks over the past year and beyond , many of us have gotten a lot more up close with our breath, and realized that it might not smell that great. While gum or mints can be handy in a bind, they are definitely only a temporary fix for bad breath … Read more
There are 178 million US adults missing at least one tooth and many options for replacement, knowing all of your options is important so you can make the most well informed decision. Single Tooth Implant If you are missing just one tooth, then a single tooth implant to replace it may be your best option if … Read more
Menopause, a phase of life all women must go through, yet many of the symptoms are not frequently discussed. We’re here to speak particularly about the oral health impacts of menopause on women. As we age our oral health changes, but for women, menopause brings additional concerns. Around 3,000 women reach menopausal age daily, but the manifestations of menopause in oral health are even less widely discussed than overall symptoms.
Sealants are another line of defense against cavities, in addition to brushing and flossing. On the chewing surface of our molar teeth there are tiny grooves and pits, that are so small they can’t even be cleaned with a toothbrush bristle. These small grooves are an easy hiding place for bacteria to collect and for … Read more
Decrease of saliva in the mouth is known as dry mouth or Xerostomia. This can happen for a number of reasons, and sometimes you may not even notice. Dry mouth can range from slight to severe. Even if you don’t notice your dry mouth, your dentist or hygienist might. Some causes of dry mouth are: … Read more
At some point in your life, even with great homecare and regular dental visits, you may experience gum recession. It affects the majority of our population to some degree. “Gum recession is when the margin of the gum tissue surrounding the teeth wears away, or pulls back, exposing more of the tooth, or the tooth’s … Read more
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), are a group of autoimmune diseases that result in chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The two main diseases identified in this group are Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. The resulting symptoms are painful due to chronic inflammation, eventually damaging the GI tract. Both diseases must be diagnosed by a … Read more
Here at Olympic Family Dental, we know that not everyone enjoys coming to the dentist. Beyond general anxiety, we have seen that there is often a deep-rooted fear. This is often from one, or several, bad experiences that occurred in a patient’s past. We absolutely understand how these experiences can make dentistry in its entirety … Read more
Psoriasis is a commonly known autoimmune disease that affects 8 million Americans and more than 125 million individuals across the world. When skin cells reproduce too quickly as a result of the immune response this results in Psoriasis. A symptom of Psoriasis is caused by the body’s inability to shed cells as they produce, causing … Read more
