Access Dental: May 2017

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

How Getting Fit Impacts Your Dental Health

Whether you're already in great shape or are working to get fit, there are a number of dental health benefits that go hand-in-hand with improving your overall health. While exercising and eating right is great for your entire body, your dental health will likely be impacted as well. Your trusted dentist in Springfield, MO knows how important your overall health is to your entire body, mouth included. Provided below, by Access Dental & Dentures, are some of the ways exercise and the right food can improve or maintain your current oral health condition.

Regular Exercise

It's important to stay active on a regular basis. Not only does exercise help to improve blood flow and impact your body in a number of positive ways, it's also beneficial for your oral health. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, people who exercise about 3 times a week are 33% less likely to have periodontists than those who don't participate in any exercise. Improvement in hypertension and diabetes can also contribute to better oral health. Individuals who are active and consume healthy food can help to avoid oral diseases like periodontists and gum disease.

Eating Right

A well-balanced diet offers a number of benefits for your entire body. Eating the right foods give a wide range of nutritional value to your body, mouth included. Along with a balanced diet comes foods with a lower sugar level. It's important to watch your sugar intake because the sugar mixes with bacteria naturally found in your mouth, creating the ideal grounds for damage to your teeth. As well as eating healthy, it's also important to consume the recommended amount of water for your body. Water helps with digestion and keeps your body hydrated, as well as rinses your teeth off every time you take a drink.

Proper Oral Care

Since exercising and eating better leads to self worth and pride, it's a great time to focus on your oral care as well. Ensure you are brushing at least two times each day, once in the morning and again before bed in the evening. It is imperative to the cleanliness of your mouth to floss at least once each day. Mouthwash is another helpful tool that can be used along with these other two oral care routine steps for a fresh and clean mouth.

Are you ready to get up and get active now? Adding regular exercise, as well as eating a well-balanced diet can help to improve your current oral health situation. While what you put into your body is important, you still need to properly take care of your teeth. Remember to always brush twice a day, floss every day, and visit a dentist on a regular basis. If you haven't done that latter lately, contact our office at 877- DENTIST to schedule your dentist appointment in southern Missouri today!

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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Surprising Tooth Facts

It's important to establish good oral care habits, no matter what your age. It's easier to get kids started with taking care of their teeth, properly, but don't give up on yourself if you are still working on it. A few oral care habits to establish are brushing twice each day (for two minutes each time), flossing on a daily basis, and eating a balanced diet. While you're working to improve your oral care habits, the best dentist in southern MO has provided some fun facts about teeth below.

Fun Fact #1

Only about 31% of adults use mouthwash.

Fun Fact #2

A quarter of adults admitted they only visit the dentist when there is something wrong.

Fun Fact #3

Less than 25% of adults floss on a regular basis.

Fun Fact #4

2% of the world's population has never been to a dentist.

Fun Fact #5

1 out of 10 adults admit to forgetting to brush their teeth. Whether it's forgetfulness or laziness, most people rush through their oral care routine.

Fun Fact #6

12% of people suffer from dental-related anxieties.

Fun Fact #7

More people have a fear of the dentist than a fear of heights.

Fun Fact #8

When you miss flossing, you aren't cleaning 40% of the tooth surfaces in your mouth.

Fun Fact #9

Brushing only once a day increases your chances of tooth decay by 33%.

Fun Fact #10

Visible plaque can be found in about 66% of adults.

Fun Fact #11

Many children from other countries look forward to a visit from a mouse instead of the tooth fairy.

Fun Fact #12

Before toothbrushes were invented, many people used twigs or other objects to "brush" their teeth.

Fun Fact #13

Toothpaste used to be made from crushed bones, burnt eggshells, and ashes mixed together to form a concoction.

If these facts don't inspire you to take better care of your teeth, I'm not sure what will. If you or a family member needs a little motivation, when it comes to oral care, come see your local dentist. Once at the dental office, we can help analyze your current tooth situation and make recommendations on ways to improve your oral care habits.

Now that you know all of these fun facts about teeth, you're ready to take better care of yours! Remember to brush twice a day, floss every day, and eat a balanced diet to keep your mouth healthy and happy. In addition to your oral care habits, it's important to visit the dentist in southern MO on a regular basis. Your trusted dentist in Springfield, MO is here for all of your dental needs.

We want to be your dentist because your family deserves a great smile!

Springfield, MO 65807 Rolla, MO 65401 Osage Beach, MO. 65065 Mountain Grove

Thursday, May 18, 2017

Sleep with Ease

If you or someone you know has trouble with snoring or lack of air when sleeping, it can impact your life drastically. From losing sleep to not getting enough air, there are a number of negative effects that go along with snoring. Your trusted dentist in southern MO is here for all of your dental needs. From a tooth repair to snoring appliances, Access Dental And Dentures has a number of solution for you! To learn more about our snoring appliances and the benefits of using such device, continue reading the information provided below.

What is a Snoring Appliance?

Many people ask what a snoring appliance is, and we're here to help explain it! A custom-fit mouthpiece or retainer helps to hold your mouth open, the right amount to allow proper air flow, while sleeping. This can help your entire body get the needed oxygen to function and allow you to sleep easier, with little to no snoring.

Benefits of a Snoring Appliance:

Easy to Wear
A snoring appliance is simply a mouthpiece or retainer type device to stays in your mouth overnight. With a custom-made appliance, your device is sure to fit in your mouth correctly, making for a comfortable night's sleep.

Rejuvenate
When you sleep easier, you and anyone around you can sleep well. This can help your body get the needed sleep to recover and prepare for the next day. Sleeping well will greatly improve your quality of life and give you a new-found rejuvenation.

Portable
Since the appliance is a mouthpiece, it is small and convenient to bring with you, no matter where you're going. The portability of our snoring appliances makes it easy to travel and still get a comfortable sleep.

Improve Overall Health
Sleep is vital to your overall health. Your body rests while you are sleeping and helps to maintain your entire health system. Using a snoring device can help you gain a good night's sleep, which can improve and maintain your overall health.

Low Maintenance

A snoring appliance is easy to care for. You simply keep it clean each morning, after wearing. You can do so by brushing the appliance, removing any germs and bacteria that builds up.

Keeps Airway Open
The purpose of the snoring device is to help keep the airway open, for easy breathing while you sleep. This helps air get into and out of your body, with little to no effort on your body's part.

Ready for a peaceful night's sleep? Now that you know all of the benefits that go hand-in-hand with your snoring appliance, you can start resting easy! If you're interested in finding a solution for your snoring or breathing while sleeping issue, the best dentist in southern, MO is here for you! Give Access Dental & Dentures a call to schedule your appointment to learn more about how our snoring appliance can help you (and your entire family) sleep a little easier. Contact us at 877-DENTIST to find a location nearest you.

We want to be your dentist because your family deserves a great smile!

Springfield, MO 65807 Rolla, MO 65401 Osage Beach, MO. 65065 Mountain Grove

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

All About Root Canals

In honor of Root Canal Appreciation Day (May 11th), we've dedicated our blog to highlighting this service we offer. Here at Access Dental and Dentures, we pride ourselves of providing the optimum dental experience. From a friendly face greeting you to a professional service during your appointment, we want your entire experience to be top notch! Whether you're visiting us for a routine check up or a root canal, we work hard for all of our clients. To learn more about our root canal service, take a look below.

Warning Signs

Tooth Pain
A tooth pain is always a sign of a problem in your mouth. The key is to figure out what the problem is. A root canal may be used to treat tooth pain, if it is found there is an infection below the tooth in the gums.

Tooth Sensitivity
If you've started to notice your tooth is more sensitive to hot and cold food and drinks, you may have an infection that needs to be treated. The nerves in the tooth may be damaged, a sign that a root canal may be necessary to relieve the symptoms.

Swollen Gums
Gums swelling is a major sign of infection below the tooth surface. If you experience this issue, be sure to visit the dentist to get your mouth checked out. A root canal may be the right solution to improve swollen gums.

Our Service

Endodontic treatment (root canal) treats the inside of the tooth. Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The inflammation or infection can have a variety of causes: deep decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth, faulty crowns, or a crack or chip in the tooth. In addition, trauma to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess.

The modern root canal treatment is very similar to having a routine filling and usually can be completed in one or two appointments, depending on the condition of your tooth and your personal circumstances. You can expect a comfortable experience during and after your appointment. Saving the natural tooth with root canal treatment has many advantages:

-Efficient chewing
-Normal biting force and sensation
-Natural appearance
-Protects other teeth from excessive wear or strain

A root canal treatment helps you maintain your natural smile, continue eating the foods you love and limits the need for ongoing dental work. With proper care, most teeth that have had root canal treatment can last as long as other natural teeth and often for a lifetime.

Now that you know all about our root canal service, you can detect the warning signs and get checked out, before a major issue occurs. If you're concerned about the condition of your oral health, contact the best dentist in southern Missouri for all of your dental needs! We're here to help take care of your teeth for a happy, healthy smile!

We want to be your dentist because your family deserves a great smile!

Springfield, MO 65807 Rolla, MO 65401 Osage Beach, MO. 65065 Mountain Grove

Friday, May 5, 2017

Foods to Avoid for Healthy Teeth

While there are a TON of foods that can be beneficial for your teeth, on the flip side there are a few that you should try to monitor, for healthy teeth. If you're worried about the condition of you or your families' teeth, consider removing the following items from your diet. Your oral health is important to your overall health. Your trusted dentist in Springfield, MO has provided a list of foods to try to avoid, for healthy teeth.

Acidic Foods

There are a number of foods that have a high acidic level. This acid can wear down your enamel, allowing harmful bacteria and plaque to get deeper into your tooth. A weak protective layer of enamel can lead to a variety of oral health issues. Try to reduce the number of acid filled foods that you and your family consume. If you do happen to over do it on the acidic foods, pair it with a glass or water to help wash off some of the acid.

High Levels of Sugar

Sugar combines with the bacteria found in your mouth, and can cause damage to your teeth. Consuming foods with excess sugar levels is harmful for your entire mouth. Try to cut back on the number of sugar filled foods that you and your family consumes.

Sticky Food

Sticky and chewy foods tend to cling onto your tooth's surface. Typically, this food is filled with sugar, which makes it so sticky. As the previous point shows, sugar filled foods can cause damage to your teeth. Once the food sticks to your tooth, it tends to stay there for a while, wearing away at the enamel.

Foods High in Carbohydrates

Many refined carbohydrates transition into sugars, as soon as they enter your mouth. The bacteria in your mouth reacts with the sugar, which causes damage to your tooth enamel. This bacteria and sugar mixture starts to wear away the enamel surface that protects your teeth. To avoid damage to your enamel, reduce your intake of refined carbohydrates.

Hard to Chew Foods

Hard foods can cause a TON of damage to your teeth. The protective enamel on your teeth can be damaged, when you chew on hard foods. Foods like ice, hard candy, and un-popped popcorn can damage your tooth enamel or chip your tooth.

While foods can cause damage to your teeth, drinks can do the same. Provided below are some of the worst drinks you can consume:

- Soda
- Sports drinks
- Energy drinks
- Alcohol
- Wine
- Coffee
- Fruit juice

Now that you know the damaging effects of the above foods, you're ready to start making better choices. Limiting the above items from your diet can help your entire body, mouth included, be healthier. Contact the best dentist in southern MO if you're ready to get a regular check up for your oral health, if you're concerned about the condition of your mouth. Give Access Dental and Dentures a call at 877-DENTIST to schedule an appointment at a location nearest you!

We want to be your dentist because your family deserves a great smile!

Springfield, MO 65807 Rolla, MO 65401 Osage Beach, MO. 65065 Mountain Grove