Island Coast Dentistry Blog

It has been a long year, but summer vacation is finally here! You are able to take a couple extra days off work, you are planning on spending more time outdoors, and you may even have a fun vacation planned for you and your family. However, nothing can put a damper on fun summer activities quite like a dental emergency. Here are some tips to keep your smile safe from disaster throughout the duration of the summer season.

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is an infection of the tissues that surround the teeth and hold them firmly into place. Poor oral hygiene is the number one cause of this problem, but there are numerous other conditions in the body that it is related to, including Alzheimer’s disease. Read on to learn more about the relationship between the two and what you can do to keep your gums in excellent health.

The summer months are fast approaching! While you may be busy planning your family’s beach vacation, camping trip, or backyard cookout, don’t forget about your oral health! Keeping your smile healthy during your summer vacation will help ensure that you have a great time. Here are 5 summer oral health tips so you can get the most out of your much-needed time off. 

Are you thinking about replacing your missing teeth? Dental implants are one of the most advanced and efficient options when it comes to replacing missing teeth. They have a wide variety of benefits, including that they prevent jawbone deterioration, are long lasting, and don’t require eating restrictions once they completely heal. However, if you choose discounted dental implants, you could end up with some serious problems. Read on to learn about the dangers of getting dental implants for cheap.

It’s common knowledge that drinking too much alcohol is bad for your health. While you probably already know that this bad habit can cause serious health issues like liver disease and high blood pressure, did you know that it puts your teeth and gums at risk as well? Studies show that heavy drinking can lead to a variety of oral health problems like gum disease, which can cause tooth loss, jawbone deterioration, and more. Here’s everything you need to know about gum disease, how alcohol consumption is linked to it, and what you can do to keep your smile healthy.

February has been set aside as Heart Health Month, which is a time designated to raise awareness about the importance of preventative health. Given that heart disease claims more lives each year than any other condition, the goal of health professionals is to draw attention to ways to improve and maintain cardiovascular wellness. As you continue reading, a dentist explains the connection between gum and heart health and gives 5 tips for boosting your total wellness!

I was recently informed by a patient that a change in his job will be moving him and his family out of the sunshine state and up north to Lincoln, NE. Like any dentist, I am always sad to see patients go after I have built long-lasting relationships with them. Having treated him for many years, I knew it was important to him to continue to receive the same one-on-one treatment in a relaxing environment. Fortunately, I knew of a wonderful practice in Lincoln where patient comfort and tailored care are prioritized. After providing the recommendation, I started thinking about everything that goes into the process of choosing a new dentist. I believe that one of the best ways you can feel confident in your move is to be informed, so I’ve come up with six of the best questions that you can ask when making your decision.

You’re not as young as you used to be. You may not be as fast or as strong as you once were, but that doesn’t mean that you’ve check out of life—not at all! After your dentist tells you that you need to have a tooth or two removed, you think hard about your replacement options.

A quick Google search about dental implants will tell you right away that they are designed to last a long, long time—up to 30 years or longer. But what about patients who are already in their 70s, 80s, or 90s? Are dental implants still a smart choice over dentures alone? You bet! Read on to learn how this treatment can enrich your life, regardless of how old you are.

Are you missing teeth? You certainly aren’t alone! Approximately 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth while 40 million are missing all of their teeth. Many of these people seek tooth replacement options but the question ultimately is: dentures or dental implants? While they both have their advantages, only one provides jawbone preservation as a benefit. Continue reading to learn more about bone loss and how to prevent it.

Your teeth are meant to last forever, but that isn’t a reality for many Americans. Despite the latest innovations in dentistry, missing teeth is still a prevalent problem. If you’ve experienced tooth loss, your confidence wasn’t the only thing lost along with your teeth. Your diet might not include certain foods because they became almost impossible to chew. Although traditional prosthetics replaced your teeth, they still don’t feel natural. You don’t need to avoid your favorite foods on Thanksgiving. Instead, you can gain the next best thing to your real teeth. This holiday season, experience the difference when eating with dental implants.

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