At Ericson Dental, we love seeing young families come into our offices for checkups and exams. It’s a treat to work with children from a young age to help them develop great dental health habits to last a lifetime. Many new parents are trying very hard to establish a healthy way of life for their […]
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Oral health is a window into your overall health. Study after study continually backs up the direct correlation between your mouth’s health and your body’s health. Your mouth, much like the rest of your body is rampant with bacteria, both good and bad. Keeping these bacteria in check is crucial to long lasting health and
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Flossing has been a much debated topic of recent and we’re here to give you the inside scoop! Yes, we’ve read those articles trying to debunk the benefits of flossing and they are simply outrageous. So take a couple minutes and give this a quick read. What does floss do? Floss is intended to remove
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In the Unites States alone, 29.1 million people have diabetes (1). People afflicted with this disease have problems regulating insulin – a hormone produced by the pancreas to convert food into energy. There are two kinds of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin
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Straighten Teeth through Invisalign & Traditional Ortho You are never too old to straighten your teeth. Since your teeth and gums will be easier to clean, future tooth decay and worsening of gum disease can be prevented. When left untreated, misaligned teeth could result in several health problems, like strained facial muscles, gum problems (like
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How to Treat Receding Gums? Did you know that more than 50% of people aged 18 to 64 years old have a recession in one or more areas of their gums? Gum recession happens when your gums pull away from your teeth, exposing more of the tooth and its root. It gradually happens over time
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The Importance of Replacing Missing Teeth Did you know that 178 million people have at least one missing tooth? Whether it’s your front or back teeth, having them replaced is important. If you are missing any of your front teeth, aesthetics are an obvious concern. Since they are hidden from sight, back teeth receive less
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Pregnancy: How it Affects Oral Health Your oral health is extremely important during pregnancy. Soon-to- be moms experience changes in their hormones, especially progesterone, which is responsible for the growth of bacteria linked to gingivitis. There is a medical term known as pregnancy gingivitis. Signs of Pregnancy gingivitis are: Reddening of the Gums Swelling of
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Do you take prescription medication? Did you know that these drugs also have various side effects on your oral health? All medications have some adverse effects. These medicines affect your entire body and a common oral health side effect is having a dry mouth. Common problems that patients with dry mouth experience include difficulty in
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Did you know that almost half of the U.S. adult population suffers from periodontal (gum) disease (1)? Gum disease results from bacteria, plaque, and tartar that accumulate in your mouth and cause infections. If left untreated, this can lead to the deterioration of the bone that supports the tooth and eventual tooth loss. You might
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