As part of the battle over the legalization of marijuana use in California and across the country, people have been disputing whether marijuana causes the same negative health consequences as tobacco. Now a new study shows that the two types of smoking share at least one common consequence: gum disease.
Read Dental StoryReceding gums caused by conditions such as gum disease and other oral issues aren’t just aesthetically unappealing. They can also cause pain as the gum roots get exposed to cold and hot fluids. These roots are also more susceptible to decay and may even result in tooth loss. Thankfully, here at Nicolas A. Ravon, DDS, MSD in Beverly Hills, California, Dr.
Read Dental StoryOverall, dental implants have a very high success rate, perhaps 95% or more, but your success will depend on several factors, including whether you’re a smoker, have gum disease, or care for them properly. And it depends on the experience of your implant dentist.
Read Dental StoryPorcelain veneers are probably the most powerful procedure in cosmetic dentistry. They have the ability to transform your smile virtually overnight, replacing short teeth, crooked teeth, and discolored teeth with straight, white, attractive ones.
Read Dental StoryA bacterium commonly found in gum disease might add a new charge to its rap sheet. Already implicated in a wide range of systemic diseases, Fusobacterium nucleatum, has now been shown to hamper the body’s response to tumor cells.
Read Dental StoryWe know that gum disease can cause damage to your body in a multitude of ways. Not only does this disease affect the teeth and jaw, but it also affects your brain as well as your heart. Gum disease affects the jaw by weakening the bone that supports the teeth.
Read Dental StoryWe frequently talk about how many oral bacteria can travel through the body to colonize other locations, but here’s a striking statistic to drive the point home: perhaps 13% of infections following knee replacement surgery are caused by oral bacteria. That’s right, your knee. Infected by bacteria from your mouth.
Read Dental StoryNobody loves having crooked teeth, but most people also hate wearing braces. Thankfully, Invisalign can help you achieve the perfect smile you’ve always wanted. With Invisalign clear aligners, you don’t have to worry about metal brackets or wires, and you can enjoy the convenience and comfort of having your teeth straightened faster.
Read Dental StoryIdeally, healthy, straight teeth shouldn’t get food stuck in them very often. But for some people getting food stuck in their teeth is a routine experience, and, what’s worse, it can often hurt. This is usually a sign that you need to see your dentist.
Read Dental StoryAmericans are famous around the world for the emphasis we put on our smiles. But it wasn’t always that way. The expressions captured in American Gothic were considered the epitome of the American character for centuries, but, suddenly it all changed. About 1900, people began to be concerned about smiles.
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