Tag Archives: Paul M. Banks

Preventative Dental Care Measures Are Better Than A Cure

Prevention of dental disease is less expensive and a lot more fun than treating it. Preventive maintenance is a combination of home care (what you do for yourself), and professional care (what we can do for you). Occasionally, we will … Continue reading

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Tooth Enamel Erosion

Tooth enamel is the strongest substance in the human body. Its function is to protect teeth from the daily wear and tear of biting and chewing, temperature extremes and guards against the erosive effects of acids and chemicals. Causes: Consumption … Continue reading

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Reasons for Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Why are there so many different opinions about the surgical removal of wisdom teeth? Three dentists were asked whether a wisdom tooth should be extracted or not – and came up with four different answers! There are many different reasons, … Continue reading

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Chronically Generalized Periodontitis and Gingival Recession

Did you know that gums can be transplanted? If teeth become visually longer and gums are retreating, this is called gingival recession. The causes of gingival recession can be many, and successful treatments and therapies exist. First, it must be … Continue reading

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Bad Breath and Oral Hygiene

Against bad breath, and cottony mouth upon awakening, a number of tricks and rules of hygiene cannot be forgotten. The ideal is to have a tongue scraping, and that it every day and every time we need a more thorough … Continue reading

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Sinus Infections: A Real Pain in the… Teeth?

It’s that time of year. Allergens permeate the air we breathe, irritating our sinuses and making us feel all sick in the head. Viral infections, allergies, pollution… all can trigger sinusitis, which often leads to the dreaded sinus infection. The … Continue reading

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Got a Sweet Tooth? Have Some Xylitol!

It’s the middle of the day and you’re hungry. You could eat that apple you brought for an afternoon snack, but there’s also that box of cookies in the break room. And not just any cookies—homemade double fudge cookies. That … Continue reading

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Can Coffee Prevent Oral Cancer?

Several studies have linked drinking caffeinated beverages with lower rates of cancer. New research suggests drinking caffeine might not be the only way to reap its cancer-fighting benefits. Both coffee and tea contain powerful antioxidants, so this finding should not … Continue reading

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Dental Implants

Dental implants are becoming the new standard of care in replacing missing teeth.  Historically, when a tooth is missing, a removable prosthesis, a denture , or a bridge is made to replace the tooth.   In order to make a bridge, … Continue reading

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Sleep Apnea Treatment Through A Breakthrough Oral Device

Sleep Apnea is a condition suffered by too many people and the solution is machine that most people can’t even tolerate.  In the past few years, the role of the dentist has become more important as medical solutions have been … Continue reading

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