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ALCOHOL AND YOUR ORAL HEALTH
Alcohol contains sugar. Sugar breaks down and creates an acid. This causes a buildup of bacteria causing plaque leading to tooth decay. Also; if your mixing alcohol with pop. Your getting even more sugar!
Dehydration from consuming alcohol reduces the amount of saliva you produce!
If you consume an excessive amount of alcohol and become sick. The acid already in your stomach can cause damage to your teeth.
Red wine is also a culprit. It can stain your teeth over time .
TIPS:
-use a straw
-have ice in your drink
-drinking water in between drinks will help offset the sugar
-make sure to brush your teeth before going to sleep
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ORAL HEALTH DEFINITION
It is a state of being free from mouth and facial pain, oral and throat cancer, oral infection and sores, periodontal (gum) disease, tooth decay, tooth loss, and other diseases and disorders that limit an individual's capacity in biting, chewing, smiling, speaking, and psycho-social well being.
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DENTAL SPECIALISTS
PERIODONTIST
Periodontists obtain at least three years of specialty training in the field of gum disease. They are qualified to treat cases of gum disease and diseases of other structure near the gums. They also perform dental implant procedures and monitor patients for bone loss near the teeth, which can lead to tooth loss. The ultimate goal of the periodontist is to preserve teeth by treating problems of the gum, tooth roots or bone.
ORTHODONTIST
Orthodontists have at least two years of specialty training in caring for patients whose teeth have alignment needs. They apply braces and other orthodontic devices to the teeth to improve eating ability and physical appearance. Orthodontists work with both children and adults.
ENDODONTIST
Endodontists have at least two years of specialty training that enables them to specialize in working with dental pulp and surrounding tissue. They routinely perform complicated dental root canals which involve removing unhealthy pulp at the bottom of the tooth, filling the space and then sealing it. This procedure can save teeth that would otherwise have to be extracted.
ORAL and MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON
Have at least three years of specialty education in treating disease and injury of the mouth and surrounding area. A portion of their advanced training is related to the care of patients needing anesthesia. They routinely perform complex surgeries related to dental problems, such as removal of wisdom teeth and placement of dental implants. They may care for patients with oral cancer and may be called upon to perform surgery on trauma victims with facial injuries.
PROSTHODONTIST
Prosthodontists work to create artificial teeth, such as dentures, individual tooth implants and dental bridges of several artificial teeth. They may work with patients and fit the artificial teeth themselves or they may fulfill orders placed by general dentists. Prosthodontists have at least three years of training beyond that required of a general dentist.
DENTAL PATHOLOGIST
Dental pathologists work in the field of oral and maxillofacial pathology. They discern facts about dental-related diseases by using the microscope, clinical examination, radiology and other means. They are the detectives of the dentistry world, seeking answers to patient symptoms such as pain, infection and inflammation. They may guide treatment of patients with complex disease or work in dental research. Dental pathologists have at least two years of specialized training beyond general dentistry.