Month: March 2019

If you have an upcoming dental appointment that requires x-rays, will you need to take any special preparatory steps in advance? The good news is that there is very little required of the patient. Some points to keep in mind include:

• Always brush your teeth before the visit.
• Inform the dentist if you suspect that you might be pregnant — as x-rays are not safe for pregnant women.
• The dental hygienist will lead you through the additional steps.

“At the dentist’s office, you’ll sit in a chair with a lead vest across your chest and lap.”

Other interesting facts can be examined at this link:

https://www.healthline.com/health/dental-x-rays#types

If you are pregnant or thinking of trying for a baby, you should ensure you book an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible:

– A prenatal check is important to detect conditions that could harm baby such as gum disease and tooth decay.

– A healthy mouth in mum equals a healthy baby and helps prevent low birthweight baby or premature delivery.

– Your dentist will easily be able to treat these conditions; treatment is safe even if you are pregnant.

“More research is showing just how important having a healthy smile can be for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby”

Many people turn to electronic cigarettes as a way to quit smoking while some just view them as less harmful than tobacco products. However, most e-liquids used in these devices contain some level of nicotine as well as other chemicals that can damage teeth and gums. Along with nicotine, e-cigs also contain propylene glycol and vegetable glycerine.

These three ingredients break down during vaping (using an e-cigarette) and can cause dental conditions such as:

• Dry mouth

• Cavities

• Gum disease

These conditions along with “other oral health issues” have been linked to e-cigarettes and your dentist should be informed if you regularly “vape” so any oral or dental changes can be monitored.

Read more at https://www.perioimplantadvisory.com/articles/2019/01/vaping-and-oral-health-it-s-worse-than-you-think.html.