Baby bottle decay!
Did you know that milk sugar (the naturally occurring one that come from lactose) might create tooth decay in babies? What Is Baby Bottle Decay and How to Prevent It It is true, we’ve seen it many times. If a baby falls asleep with a bottle of milk his/her teeth will stay soaked in milk […]
Avoid added sugars as much as you can!
Can you entirely avoid sugars? The short answer is NO. Should you avoid all sugars? Definitely NO But…you should . Sugars occur naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts and dairy products and most of them are healthy for you since they contain fiber, vitamins and minerals your body needs in order to stay healthy, strong […]
The importance of radiology in dentistry
Why does Dr. Ionescu recommend x-rays? X-rays help us see what we can not physically see through a clinical examination. People naturally don’t have x-ray vision and can’t see through bones, muscles, ligaments or teeth tissue. With the aid of x-rays, also known as dental radiographs, we are able to diagnose any issues beginning to […]
Dangers of Poor Oral Health
The Serious Health Risks of Poor Oral Hygiene You ever wondered what would happen if you don’t take care of your oral health? Except if you are one of those lucky ones who are fortunate enough to enjoy a good oral health with minimal effort, you might get sick and unhappy. Please read on […]
Allergy Season
How Allergy Season Affects Your Oral Health That time of the year again, beautiful, warmer weather, blossoming trees, green grass, and…Allergies Allergy season and dental symptoms. Really!? Allergies have really unpleasant symptoms: red, itchy and watery eyes and the endless sneezing and congestion. Well, sometimes may impact your oral health! Here are some dental […]
April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month – 2022
April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month – 2022 Check your mouth Oral cancer kills! Avoid this disease by learning to recognize early symptoms, talk to your dentist about any suspicions and have your dentist perform an oral cancer exam twice a year. Caught early, everything from treatments to final outcome, are reduced in severity. The […]
Next time you scorch your mouth on hot food…..
Next Time You scorch Your Mouth on hot food… What to Do When You Burn Your Mouth on Hot Food You’ve probably burned your mouth before on pizza, coffee, soup, and other sizzling hot foods. Soon afterward, you may have noticed that the roof of your mouth, and maybe your tongue, is very tender. In some cases, you may […]
Mouth-Breathing
MOUTH-BREATHING CAN cause all kinds of short-term problems, many of which are linked to poor sleep quality from getting inadequate oxygen by breathing through the mouth. How Mouth-Breathing Affects Your Dental Health The Connection Between Breathing and Oral Hygiene Dental Solutions for Mouth-Breathing in Elk Grove Contact Dentistry by Design in Elk Grove, CA. Learn about […]
Dental Health: Men Vs. Women
MEN AND WOMEN have a lot in common, but they face significantly different challenges when it comes to keeping their teeth and gums healthy. Differences in Oral Health Between Men and Women Men’s Dental Health Issues Here are some of the major dental health problems that affect men more than women: Personalized Dental Care for All […]
Stress and Our Smiles
How Stress Impacts Your Teeth and Gums MENTAL HEALTH AND physical health are tied together in ways we don’t always expect. That even extends to the relationship between oral health and stress. Fortunately, there are a lot of tools we can use to protect our smiles from the effects of stress. Stress Could Be Behind […]