Dental Problems Resolved

Many people visit their doctor thinking that they have a sinus infection or upper respiratory infection. After the doctor explains that there are no physical signs of infection the patient leaves frustrated and still feeling bad.

What many fail to realize is the health of your mouth is as important, if not more so, than any other part of the body. If your mouth is not healthy, you are not healthy. Problems with the teeth and mouth can cause you to have similar headaches and pressure that accompany sinus infections. Bacteria live in the mouth and serves as a breeding ground for infection that can spread throughout the body by releasing into the blood stream.

Good oral hygiene is very important and the right product can keep you out of the doctor's office. You only get one set of teeth so the products that you choose are extremely important. There is no second chance with your teeth and if you develop periodontal disease there is no cure, only a treatment and deterring the progression of the disease.

Good Oral Hygiene Can Prevent

* Halitosis (bad breath)
* Recessed gums
* Sensitivity
* Removal of plaque/tartar
* Bleeding gums
* Loose teeth
* Gingivitis
* Pockets


Proper oral hygiene will assist with the removal of food particles and buildup on the teeth. If tartar is allowed to buildup and food particles remain in the mouth the gums will recede causing what is known as pockets between the gums and teeth. This can create a hard to reach area where you are unable to brush or reach with toothpaste and toothbrush.
Flossing is good, but will not reach deep inside the pockets to cleanse. Eventually these pockets will become infected and can cause severe pain and danger of other medical conditions. It is important that you be aware of receding gums and other symptoms that could leave the raging bacteria in your mouth.

If you have these symptoms there are things that you can do to prevent the further destruction of your teeth and gums. A significant key to good health is to prevent dental problems before they occur.

Preventing Dental Problems

* Practice good dental hygiene
* Routine visits to the Dentist
* Proper diet


OraMD® is a product that can be used as preventative maintenance on a daily basis. With the use of OraMD® you can improve your dental health by eliminating the bacteria playground in your mouth. You will feel better and have a healthier life. Dental problems can cause serious medical issues and lead to expensive dental work. Two of the most common types of problems that result from too much bacteria taking over your mouth are gingivitis and periodontal disease. Following the above tips can ensure your health by keeping your mouth clean and healthy.

Dental Care Tips

While the following brushing and flossing tips may contain useful general guidelines, you should see a dental hygienist to ensure that you use a technique that is appropriate for you!

Brushing Tips

• Use a soft bristled brush, preferably one with rounded, synthetic bristles. Look for the American Dental Association seal of approval. Replace your toothbrush approximately every two to three months or as soon as the bristles are worn or bent. A worn-out toothbrush does not clean your teeth properly, and may actually injure your gums. You should also replace your toothbrush after you've had a cold.
• Be sure your brush is the right size (in general, smaller is better than larger).
• Place the bristles at a 45 degree angle to the gum line, and slide the tips of the brush under the gums.
• Gently jiggle the bristles or move it in small circles over the tooth and gums.
• Brush the outside, the inside, and the chewing surfaces of your teeth. For chewing surfaces, use a light back and forth motion.
• For the front teeth, brush the inside surfaces of the upper and lower jaws: Tilt your brush vertically and make several strokes up and down with the front part of the brush over the teeth and gum tissues.
• Brushing your tongue will help freshen your breath. Debris and bacteria can collect on your tongue and cause bad breath.
• Since your toothbrush will only clean one or two teeth at a time, change its position to clean each tooth properly.
• Brush at least once every day, preferably at bedtime. Adding a brush time after breakfast increases your chances of thorough daily plaque removal.
• Take your time: A thorough brushing should take at least 3 minutes.
• Don't brush your teeth too vigorously, and don't use a hard bristled toothbrush, since it causes the gums to recede and exposes root surfaces. It also wears down the tooth structure. Both of these conditions can lead to tooth sensitivity.
• A pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste is sufficient.
• Replace your brush when the bristles begin to spread, as a worn out toothbrush will not properly clean your teeth.

Flossing Tips

• Wrap about 18 inches of floss around the middle fingers of your hands.
• Hold the floss tightly, using your thumbs and forefingers, and gently guide it between your teeth. Don't "snap" the floss as this can cut the gums!
• When the floss reaches the gumline, curve it into a C-shape against one tooth and gently slide it into the space between the gum and the tooth until you feel pressure against the tooth.
• Gently scrape the side of the tooth with the floss.
• Repeat this method on all your teeth.
• Move to a clean area of floss after one or two teeth.

What is Dentistry? Overview of Dentistry:

The field of dentistry offers many different career options at a variety of educational and professional levels. Dentists and other dental professionals enjoy career stability and a choice of many career opportunities. Dentistry involves a broad range of professionals, from doctorate level to administrative level people. All of these dental professionals work together to provide oral care and dental health maintenance services from cleanings to more specialized procedures and surgeries. Below is a brief overview of some of the career options in the field of dentistry.

Doctorate Level Careers in Dentistry:

• General Dentist (DDS): A general dentist is similar to the primary care doctor of medicine. The general dentist provides cleanings and general dental health care prevention and maintenance such as teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments, cavity fillings, and root canals.
• Cosmetic Dentists: A cosmetic dentist specializes in aesthetic dentistry, intended to approve appearance more than to improve the patient’s health. Cosmetic dentists may also practice general, or primary dentistry in addition to cosmetic dentistry. Some of the most common cosmetic dentistry procedures are teeth whitening, veneers, and bonding of teeth.
• Orthodontist: An orthodontist specializes in the jaw alignment and positioning of the teeth. Orthodontists utilize a variety of methods and oral appliances to help straighten and realign crooked or misaligned teeth. Braces, retainers, and other devices help correct and straighten patients’ teeth. Orthodontists primarily treat younger patients, while they are growing and the teeth are easier to move, but patients of all ages may consult an orthodontist as well.
• Periodontist: a periodontist is a dentist who specializes in care of the gums and tissue surrounding the teeth.
• Oral Surgeon: An oral surgeon provides surgical care for the teeth, jaws, and facial bones. Patients are typically referred to an oral surgeon by a general dentist or other healthcare professional who may identify the need for oral surgery.

Allied and Mid-Level Careers in Dentistry:

• Dental Assistant: Dental assistants help dentists with a variety of tasks but are not qualified to do full cleanings and identify cavities as are dental hygienists. Dental assistants can obtain training at a technical school with a brief diploma program, or on-the-job.
• Dental Hygienist: Dental hygienists can provide some basic dental care under the supervision of a licensed dentist. More education is required to become a hygienist than an assistant, and therefore hygienists earn about twice as much money as dental assistants.
• Dental Lab Technician: Dental lab technicians play a non-clinical role, meaning they do not work directly with patients. Dental lab techs work in a lab, behind the scenes, manufacturing crowns and other dental prostheses which require custom specifications. Dentists uses molds and x-rays to provide the specifications to the lab for a custom fit.

Administrative Careers in Dentistry:

In addition to the clinical roles above, the field of dentistry also offers a variety of administrative roles, similar to those in medical offices. These include receptionists, appointment schedulers, accounting and billing professionals.

Employers and Practice Environments in the Field of Dentistry:

Since dentists do not have a need to be affiliated with hospitals, the options of practice environments are primarily limited to dental offices. However, there are a variety of employers who need dental professionals such as the military and other government institutions, in addition to private dental practices. Also, there are a lot of dental corporations and franchises that provide a variety of types of dentistry including cosmetic and orthodontic.