Avoid the ER for Dental Emergencies Every year, millions of people go to the hospital for dental problems. Whether it’s an abscess, a lost or broken tooth, or swelling, people rush to the ER to get treatment. Decades ago, when dentists were 8-5 Monday through Friday, this could be understood. But, when most dentists offer … Read more
Raising Awareness of an Invisible Disease In the United States alone, over one million people suffer from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). You may know it by its more common name, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). For people who suffer from this disease, simple day-to-day activities can seem impossible. Even spending a night out with friends turns into … Read more
THC as a Treatment: The Top Diseases MMJ is Currently Fighting There are millions of people taking countless types of medications in the world. Some are medications are taken simply to counteract the side-effects of other medications. All in all, some patients take a dozen medications and still feel no relief. The pharmaceutical industry … Read more
I would be willing to bet that most of reading this have some area of your diet that you want to change. Maybe you binge on junk food or have a huge sweet tooth. For information of fixing common dental conditions visit https://www.northmiamibeachdentist.com/dental-services/oral-surgery-wisdom-teeth/. I’m sure you’ve heard all of the benefits of eating healthier, but … Read more
The health of your mouth is a direct reflection of the health of the rest of your body. As you kick off November remember that it is National Dental Health Month, a perfect time to learn about the connection between the oral health and your general well-being. A study conducted by the ADA (American Dental … Read more
When most people think of the Ozone, they immediately think of the protective layer which surrounds our planet. In the dental world, “Ozone” means something completely different. Though it is still a very new practice, some dentists believe that by introducing O3 (Ozone) gas into a cavity (https://www.northmiamibeachdentist.com/faqs/), that the decay process can be halted. … Read more
For kids, choosing a toothbrush is all about what superhero or princess is on the package. As an adult or young adult, you should be more conscientious about the toothbrush you are using and how it is taken care of. It may surprise you to learn that fungus and bacteria can live on your toothbrush. … Read more
Very few people think about their saliva until they no longer have any. But, this liquid impacts your health every minute of every day. Even while you are asleep, your saliva is working hard to keep the balance in your mouth. Saliva is derived from your blood. Like tears, which are formed in the lacrimal … Read more
For it being one of the most common maladies affecting the tongue, most people have never heard of Geographic tongue. After all, it sounds a bit like slang for a savvy speaker. This condition is common and relatively harmless. If you are unfamiliar with geographic tongue, seeing it appear out of nowhere can cause any … Read more
Wearing braces has become so common in the United States that they are almost iconic with childhood. In fact, recent surveys suggest that 50-80% of children will wear braces at some point between the ages of 6-18. The process of putting braces on can be a bit uncomfortable. The soreness and stiffness go away in … Read more
