Our Las Cruces dental office is pleased to offer a full range of dental care services and dental treatments. Our dental services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, laser, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
Think back to the days when your tongue served two main functions: licking soft-serve ice cream cones and taunting a sibling when you stuck it out in his direction. But the tongue actually goes beyond melting desserts and young attitude. Here are ten human tongue facts, including some of its functions. The Average Tongue Is Four Inches Long The tongue consists of two parts: anterior and posterior. The anterior tongue is mostly visible and about two thirds of the tongue's total length. The posterior tongue sits near the back of the throat and measures the other one third in length. To read the entire article by Steve Auger, please visit Colgate.com
We believe in teaching children good dental hygiene to prevent oral health problems. The best dentistry is less dentistry by preventing whatever problems you possibly can.
Children's teeth are susceptible to cavities for several reasons:
They often do not brush as thoroughly as they need to. We ask parents to be a part of their daily care until they learn to do a good job.
Children tend to eat more often throughout the day, referred to as "grazing." Every time you eat, acid is produced in the mouth. The more your teeth are exposed to this acid, the greater chance of developing cavities.
If teeth are not as clean as they need to be, additional acid is produced, causing cavities to develop more quickly.
We recommend improved hygiene habits, better dietary choices, and one application of a mineralizing sealant to greatly reduce the occurrence of cavities for your children.
Gum Disease Contributes to Other Health Conditions
The latest medical research has identified chronic gum disease as a contributor to serious health problems like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. As the American Dental Association has released statistics that 80% of Americans have some stage of periodontitis (gum inflammation due to infection) dentists are now considering gum disease to be an epidemic. You have more to risk than losing your teeth if gum disease is not treated in the earliest stages.
The American Academy of Periodontology reports, "studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases." As the bacteria in the gums travel throughout the bloodstream, it has a detrimental effect on vital organs. Bridget Burris, DDS Jared S. Wallis, DDS 1748 South Triviz Drive Las Cruces, NM 88001 (575) 522-1983 LasCrucesDentist.com
The habit: “Tooth enamel is a crystal. Ice is a crystal. When you push two crystals against each other, one will break,” Dr. Messina says. “Most of the time it’s the ice, but sometimes the tooth or a filling will break.” The solution: Drink chilled beverages without ice, or use a straw so you're not tempted. “The risk of chewing ice is greater than any pleasure that comes from chewing it,” he says. “Besides, ice is really cold!” To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org Bridget Burris, DDS Jared S. Wallis, DDS 1748 South Triviz Drive Las Cruces, NM 88001 (575) 522-1983 LasCrucesDentist.com
The habit: Grazing all day, especially on sugary foods and drinks, puts you at a higher risk for cavities. When you eat, cavity-causing bacteria feast leftover food, producing an acid that attacks the outer shell of your teeth. The solution: Eat balanced meals to feel fuller, longer. If you need a snack, make sure it's low in fat and sugar. If you indulge in the occasional sugary treat, follow it with a big glass of water to wash away leftover food. To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
It is recognized that saving a tooth rather than extracting it is best to prevent other eventual problems with other teeth. With today's latest advancements in root canal therapy, the procedure is a very manageable treatment for patients.
Our doctors are very experienced in this procedure. It centers on removal of the interior pulp chamber of a tooth and replacement with a special filling material. A crown may be placed over the tooth to keep it strong. Little to no pain may be experienced with the use of modern anesthetics and techniques.
Think back to the days when your tongue served two main functions: licking soft-serve ice cream cones and taunting a sibling when you stuck it out in his direction. But the tongue actually goes beyond melting desserts and young attitude. Here are ten human tongue facts, including some of its functions.
