Alternative Uses for Toothpaste

April 17, 2012

The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth after every meal or at least twice a day with toothpaste and a soft bristled toothbrush. The ADA does not recommend any alternative uses for toothpastes, but this has not stopped people from using ingenuity with this important oral hygiene tool. Last week, Dr. Martin explained some [...]

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National Stress Awareness Day in Richmond

April 16, 2012

If you waited until the last minute to file your taxes, you may already be aware of the common American condition April 16th calls to attention: stress. In a study by the American Psychological Association in 2007, money was cited as the number one stressor for 73 percent of Americans polled. Perhaps that’s why tax [...]

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Cosmetic Dentistry for Mature Adults

April 13, 2012

Lessons from History
What you may not know is that having a good-looking smile has been important for thousands of years. From Egyptian Pharaohs, to the Inca Indians, appearance was important.
The Pharaohs would often attempt to borrow a tooth from a slave to place in their own mouth after they had lost a tooth. These failed [...]

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Common Toothpaste Ingredients Explained by Richmond Dentist

April 12, 2012

Modern toothpastes offer consumers countless options when it comes to claims for whiter teeth, less sensitivity, better gum health, cavity protection, and fresh breath. Once you decide which oral health claim you believe, then you have to choose which color, flavor, texture, brand, etc. Shopping for toothpaste for yourself or for your family can be [...]

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Dr. Martin Answers Common Questions About X-rays

April 11, 2012

Why do I need a dental X-ray?
Richmond dentist, Dr. Martin uses dental X-rays to diagnose a number of dental issues, and reveal candidacy for several dental procedures. For instance, dental X-rays help Dr. Martin determine if a patient’s jawbone is healthy enough for dental implants. The images can also give insight to the amount of [...]

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Dr. Martin Discusses Benefits of Dental Implants in Richmond

April 10, 2012

What’s New in Dental Implants?
So what’s new in dental implants? What’s possible now that didn’t used to be? Today we have different sizes, lengths, and types of implants that allow us to do dental implants in places we couldn’t before.
We are now able to grow bone to replace missing bone using bone grafts, bone growth [...]

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How Periodontitis May Increase Your Risk of Cancer

April 9, 2012

Recent Studies Suggest Gum Disease Connects to Various Cancers
A study from the Harvard School of Public Health analyzed data from the Health Professionals Follow-up Study, which gathered health issue data from over 51,000 American men.
Their findings, released in 2007, showed that, after adjusting for age, smoking, diabetes, body mass index and other factors, men who [...]

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Gum Disease and Stroke – Another Deadly Duo

April 6, 2012

The Devastating Effects of Stroke in the U.S.
Many refer to a stroke as a brain attack, probably because most strokes occur when a clot stops the blood flow to the brain, much like an arterial blockage cuts off circulation to or from the heart. This type of event is called an ischemic stroke. There is [...]

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How to Choose the Right Dentist in Richmond

April 5, 2012

Connecting Dental Health and Overall Health
Many times I have patients ask me how they can be sure they are getting the dental treatment they need. While some practitioners would be offended by that question, I’m glad to be asked because I know that a patient who asks me about their treatment is really concerned about [...]

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Top Three Benefits of Dental Bonding in Richmond

April 4, 2012

Less Expensive Option to Veneers
Porcelain veneers cosmetically enhance your smile by covering stains, hiding gaps, reshaping misshapen teeth, and correcting chips. While porcelain restorations can be ideal for a smile makeover, if you do not have the budget for veneers, dental bonding is a great alternative. Made from the same composite resin used in fillings, [...]

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