Can Dry Mouth as a Result of Taking Medications Cause Dental Disease?

Mickey Hollinger August 16, 2016 Blog

When patients think about possible causes for their dental disease, their first thoughts often go to their oral hygiene practices. While it’s true that good brushing and flossing habits are essential for maintaining optimal dental health, other factors can lead to dental disease despite patients’ best efforts to take care of their teeth. One such condition is dry mouth (xerostomia). …

GERD, Workers’ Compensation and Your Dental Health

Mickey Hollinger July 14, 2016 Blog

Many medical conditions can have serious repercussions on oral health that are beyond a patient’s ability to address through proper oral hygiene alone. One such condition is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which has the potential to permanently damage tooth enamel without proper medical and dental treatment. GERD is a disorder that affects the ring of muscle between the esophagus and …

What is the Difference Between a General Implant Dentist and a Surgical Implant Specialist (Oral Surgeon)?

Mickey Hollinger May 23, 2016 Blog

With the increasing popularity of dental implants as a solution for missing or failing teeth, patients may notice that implants seem to be available everywhere. It can be hard to assess the qualifications of those offering implant surgery, as some centers offer procedures done by “general implant dentists” while others advertise the services of “surgical implant specialists” (oral surgeons). There …

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