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Want To Maintain A Healthy Smile? Check Out These Helpful Sites!

Your oral health can dramatically affect your general health, which is why it’s important to ensure that your teeth remain healthy. Take a look at these links for more information:

• For facts on DIAGNOdent and how it works, take a look at this webpage.  
• If you would like to learn about how gum disease can lead to heart disease, read through this article from Parade.
• For a closer look at how gum disease and diabetes are connected, read through this article provided by the American Association of Diabetes.
• Find out what could be increasing your risk for cavities by reading through this article from MayoClinic.com.
• Learn about the effectiveness of laser periodontal treatment by visiting Perio.org.

If you’re looking for dental health professionals who strive to deliver customized dental care, contact The Szikman Dental Group today. We offer cosmetic dentistry, general, and preventative dentistry, and we use cutting-edge dental technology to provide superior care. To make an appointment at our Atlanta office, call us at (678) 383-2221.

A Look at the DIAGNOdent Technology

Your teeth are essential for a variety of functions, so it’s wise to take good care of them to ensure that they last a lifetime. If you put off visiting the dentist, you could suffer severe tooth decay or even tooth loss. Fortunately, new detection DIAGNOdent technology is making it easier for dentists to detect tooth decay before severe dental health problems arise.

·         How DIAGNOdent Technology Works

Dental bacteria fluoresce, or light up, when exposed to a certain frequency of light. DIAGNOdent technology features a laser that emits a wavelength of 655 nanometers, which is enough to detect minute signs of tooth decay and cavity formation. An audio signal informs the dental health professional that decay is present.

·         What to Expect from DIAGNOdent Treatment

If your dentist utilizes DIAGNOdent technology in his or her office, he or she will begin the treatment by cleaning your teeth. After a thorough cleaning, your dentist will use an air tube to thoroughly dry the surfaces of the teeth. After an initial examination of the teeth, your dentist will administer the DIAGNOdent laser and begin evaluating the teeth for decay and cavity formation. If the laser detects decay, the infected areas will light up and an alarm will sound.

·         How Patients Benefit from DIAGNOdent

The sooner tooth decay is detected, the quicker you and your dentist can begin restoring your dental health. If tooth decay isn’t detected in advance, the bacteria causing the decay could infect the tooth’s root and nerve, jeopardizing the integrity of the tooth. DIAGNOdent technology is able to detect decay early, preventing further damage from occurring.

If you would like to undergo a DIAGNOdent treatment, call The Szikman Dental Group in Atlanta today at (678) 383-2221. We’re known for offering personalized dental care so that every patient receives customized dental attention.

About DIAGNOdent: Laser Cavity Detection

Advancements in dental technology are improving the way dentists provide care and the speed at which they offer their services. To learn about a revolutionary product in preventative dentistry, check out this video.

You’ll learn about DIAGNOdent, utilizes laser technology to detect minute tooth decay underneath the enamel of a tooth. You’ll learn how the laser works, why it works better than traditional dental tools used in cavity detection, and how the DIAGNOdent laser works.

If you would like to experience DIAGNOdent laser detection for yourself, contact The Szikman Dental Group today. We specialize in preventative and general dentistry and treat patients of all ages. We also offer cosmetic and restorative dental services. Call our Atlanta offices today at (678) 383-2221 to learn more about our personalized services. 

Are Your Oral and General Health Connected?

The food that goes into your mouth greatly influences your general health, so it makes sense that the residue that your food leaves behind in your mouth could also affect your general health. Plaque and tarter can lead to major overall health complications, so talk to your dentist about getting the care you need today.

·         Oral Health and Heart Disease

According to a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology, gum disease can cause a hardening of the arteries. Furthermore, as gum disease becomes more severe, so does the condition of the hardened arteries. The condition in which the arteries harden and become narrow is known as atherosclerosis, and it is a key component of heart disease. Additionally, narrowing arteries lead to decreased vascular flow, which can further lead to hypertension, tissue decay, and other health problems.

·         Oral Health and Immune Health

Gum disease begins as an infection of the gums, but as the infection worsens, bacteria begin to roam. If bacteria enter the bloodstream, the body could suffer a systemic inflammatory response in which the body sends an increased amount of nutrient-rich white blood cells to the affected area to defeat the bacteria. If the systemic response persists for a long period of time, the immune system will begin working against itself, which could break down the body’s defenses and increase the body’s risk of contracting other bacterial infections. 

·         Oral Health and Diabetes

Research shows that advanced stages of gum disease can affect the body’s ability to control blood glucose levels, which can contribute to the onset of diabetes. The risk for developing gum disease and diabetes increases when blood glucose levels are poorly controlled, so talk to your dental health professional for medical support.

To get complete dental care, visit the The Szikman Dental Group. We offer a wide range of services designed to improve dental and overall health. Call us at (678) 383-2221 today to learn more about our Atlanta office and our personalized services.

Visit These Sites To Keep Up With The Times And Your Teeth

With technology booming in all areas of the medical industry, dental technology has dramatically improved dental care. To learn about the latest in dental advances, read through these links. In Atlanta, The Szikman Dental Group offers procedures utilizing the latest dental technology. To schedule an appointment with us, call (678) 383-2221.

·         Learn about the necessity of dental x-rays in this article from Colgate.com.  

·         For a look at how DIAGNOdent works, check out the product’s official website.

·         To read about how nitrous oxide can benefit you during dental procedures, read this information provided by the American Dental Association.

·         If you want to learn how sedation dentistry can help you relax during your appointments, take a look at this page from WebMD.com.

·         Find out about CEREC dental technology by visiting CERECOnline.com.