Diana M. Canter, DDS

Birth Control Pills Trigger Pregnancy Gingivitis Being with child can be an exciting transition, but as any mother will tell you, pregnancy is no walk in the park. In order for a women to carry a child to full term, hormonal levels will change in order to help a fetus grow and develop, but those fluctuations can also put her a greater risk for dental problems such as gingivitis, pregnancy tumors and periodontal disease. Women on birth control pills have the same oral health r...isks as their child carrying counterparts. Oral contraceptives use various hormones to mimic pregnancy, suppress ovulation and will thicken a woman's cervical mucus in order to block a sperm merging with an egg. Once a body is tricked into copying the indicators of pregnancy, the risks of dental problems including gum inflammation, oral infections, tooth loss will increase and pregnancy gingivitis can occur to women on the pill. In addition to increased odds of developing pregnancy gingivitis, being on the pill can also make it difficult for women to recover from tooth extractions. Studies have indicated that women on birth control pills, that undergo tooth extractions while on the medication are two times more likely to have to endure dry socket at the tooth extraction site. Practicing good oral hygiene is essential to combating the smile killing effects associated with birth control pills.

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To Floss Or Not To Floss - That Is The Question! The primary cause of tooth decay [cavities], periodontal [gum] disease and halitosis [bad breath] is failure to remove plaque [sticky mixture of bacteria, food and debris] for the tooth surface. The surest way is mechanical removal of plaque with proper toothbrushing and flossing. While a toothbrush is effective in cleaning the biting, front and back surfaces of a tooth, the bristles cannot adequately clean between the teeth [i...nterproximally or interdentally]. Dental floss is the best choice to remove plaque from these difficult areas. Floss, which is like a fine string, is available in a variety of forms unwaxed or waxed, flavored or unflavored and regular or wide [dental tape]. These specifications give the floss different characteristics. For example, waxed floss may be easier to slide through tight teeth or restoration contacts, while unwaxed floss will spread out it fibers during use for greater tooth contact. Dental floss should be used at least once a day for 2-3 minutes. It’s important to be consistent, starting in the same place and working your way around the dental arch so as not to miss any spots. For individuals who have fixed restorations in their mouth, floss threaders may be utilized to get the floss under the contacts of the bridge. Pre-threaded floss holders are available for people who lack dexterity or for those caregivers who are flossing someone else’s teeth. While there are many types of interdental cleaners, dental floss remains the best choice for relatively healthy mouths. If you need some help with your flossing technique, ask our hygienist at your next visit. Depending on the condition of your mouth, we may suggest some other home care ideas. See more

Making Dental Visits Easy for Kids! With your help, dental visits can be a positive even fun experience for your kids. Our staff will spend a lot of time with your kids to help them feel comfortable and understand what they can expect. You can help us make their next visit a successful one by working with us to accomplish this goal! Here’s what we suggest:... Use only positive words when answering your kids’ questions. Soft, easy, fun and play are good words to use. Avoid using words like pain, hurt, needle and shot. These words make kids (and many adults) scared and anxious. After treatment is completed, you can help continue the positive experience by praising your child and referring to the fun time they just had. DON’T ask negative questions like: Did it hurt? Were you scared? Did you get a shot? These comments could make your child think that there was a reason to be afraid even though they were cooperative and had a good time. It might also make them afraid of future visits. If your child receives any kind of anesthesia, assure them that their tickly or sleepy tongue will go away in no time. Most kids don’t mind the numbness, and some even think it’s fun that’s a good thing.

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