Svoma Design in Dentistry

How many prescriptions and OTC medications are you taking? 39% of adults age 65 and over take 5 or more prescription medications. Many of these drugs have dental side effects, including xerostomia (dry mouth). This is very damaging to your oral health! Here are helpful modifications that can help this condition: Lifestyle Modifications- Dietary Changes- […]

Chemotherapy can suppress the immune system and increase the risk of oral complications. Therefore, it is crucial to receive proper dental care during chemotherapy. Recommendations: Make sure you have a “right-fit” dentist (I wrote a blog post about this too…check it out!) Discuss your dental health history with your oncologist and communicate your treatment plan

To save a knocked-out permanent tooth, act quickly and try to preserve the tooth and its root. Rinse the tooth gently with water (avoid scrubbing), and if possible, carefully place it back into its socket. If reinsertion is not possible, store the tooth in a container of milk or saliva and seek immediate dental care.

Faithfully once a year, your cheerful hygienist says, “It is time for your annual x-rays!” Have you ever asked yourself, “Why do I have to do that?” If that is a burning question for you…we have the answer! First, let’s clarify the fancy names of these x-rays! There are three primary x-ray types in dentistry:

Time, Time, 2 minutes Time Proper brushing should last at least two minutes. You can download a toothbrush timer app, too. Brushy, Brush DJ, Moodbrush, and Brushout are available apps to help with routine and timing. Many electric toothbrushes also include automatic timers to encourage brushing for the recommended duration. Too Much of a Good

Are you trying to find a “right-fit” dentist or thinking that perhaps the office you are going to is not a “great fit” for you? Finding a dentist is essential for good oral health and peace of mind. If you are trying to find a great fit for you, these are some tips to help

I look down at my toothbrush sometimes and I actually gag…it is true. Brushing your teeth can be a challenge for some and I count myself as one of them. And I am a dentist! So, if this is an issue for you, count yourself in my club. Something that often is overlooked in the

Oral cancer refers to all cancers of the oral cavity, which includes lips, tongue, teeth, gums (gingiva), the lining inside the lips and cheeks, the floor of the mouth, the roof of the mouth (palate), and the area behind where your wisdom teeth sit. Oral cancer starts in the cells of the mouth.  Normally, these

Dental anxiety is very common.  If anxiety prevents you from seeking dental treatment and care, there are ways to manage! The term dental anxiety describes the fear or stress in a dental setting.  Being scared to visit the dentist can delay or worse, avoid vital dental treatment.  If dental anxiety is severe and results in

All About Dental Implants Dental implants represent the state of the art, standard of care in tooth replacement therapy.  It makes it possible to replace missing teeth and enhance your quality of life! Dental Implants are Replacement Tooth Roots Dental implants replace natural tooth roots in areas of the mouth where teeth are missing.  Implants