There’s no denying that the past two years have had their share of health woes across the globe. But one unexpected problem many of us are facing is an oral health crisis. That’s because not only are many people simply not visiting the dentist for routine care, they are also experiencing an unprecedented amount of […]
Typically, when we think of people on prescription medications, we think of older adults. But an increasing number of younger adults are now taking prescription medications – namely antidepressants- and it is causing a dental crisis. You see, often these medications come with side effects that can be detrimental to your oral health. Side effects […]
If you’re like many people, wearing a mask or face covering has become just another thing we do each day. Love it or hate it, wearing a mask is required in many communities and businesses, but it can be harder for some people than others. That’s because sometimes wearing a mask can worsen the symptoms […]
There’s no denying we’re living in stressful times- and it’s not just in our heads. Stress can take its toll on us in different ways throughout the body. For some of us it appears in the form of tension headaches or muscle aches, while others engage in stress-related behaviors that we may not even realize […]
A lot has been mentioned in the news lately about a dental breakthrough called diamine fluoride. Popular in other countries, diamine fluoride is just now making it to the United States, and is beginning to be used in lieu of fillings in some patients – mostly senior citizens. Diamine fluoride is similar to a fluoride […]
Here in the United States, many communities are at odds over a common ingredient in many water supplies and oral health products: fluoride. Whether its added to your community’s water supply or simply added to your toothpaste, many people are unsure about the ingredient, and are either for it or against it. Those who are […]
We all know that ignoring tooth pain is a big mistake. Sometimes the minor pain from cavities can turn into a major pain and require more serious intervention than just a filling. Left untreated, a cavity can turn into the need for a pulled tooth or a procedure called a root canal. But while many […]
Many people experience missing teeth as they get older, either because the teeth fall out or because they are pulled out due to excess damage. Regardless of the cause of lost teeth, leaving gaps in your smile can be a dangerous idea, especially for your remaining teeth. Here, we will discuss why it’s important to […]
During this time your dental team at Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry has been working hard to keep you safe. As we wait to see when the Summit County Health Department allows us to resume non-emergency care, (more direction is expected on Monday April 27th,) we are making tentative plans to resume some patient care on May […]
If you’ve ever wondered how vaping can impact your oral health, wonder no more. An article published by Scott Froum, DDS, and Alisa Neymark, DDS on the Perio-Implant Advisory website provides valuable insight into how dangerous e-cigarettes truly are. Click Here to Read the Article If you have any questions about oral health, or to schedule an […]