Friday 27 February 2015

Dental Care for Seniors

Specific Concerns for Seniors

Our teeth show signs of age, just like the rest of our body. Stains appear from caffeine and tobacco use. If regular professional cleanings have been missed, plaque build-up eventually leads to decay and root or gum problems. Some medications reduce the flow of saliva through the mouth, which we can address. Fillings can loosen and allow decay to set in. Gum disease and root decay are major concerns for seniors. We recommend regular check-ups to reduce the chance of small problems turning into big problems. And as always, we recommend the consumption of healthy foods and proper gum and teeth hygiene for optimum oral health at every age. 

If your gums are inflamed or bleed easily from flossing or brushing, or a tooth or teeth feel loose, contact us immediately.


Lakeland Family Dentistry
2475 Lakeland Drive, Suite G
Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 981-4746
Lakeland-Family-Dentistry.com

Sunday 22 February 2015

Great Ways to Improve Your Smile # 3

Veneers
Veneers are thin shells crafted of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front side of teeth. Unlike bonding, it is necessary to remove a small amount of enamel from your tooth to accommodate the shell. Based on a model of your mouth, they are meant to look like your natural teeth. 

The above article is from: MouthHealthy.org

Lakeland Family Dentistry
2475 Lakeland Drive, Suite G
Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 981-4746
Lakeland-Family-Dentistry.com

Sunday 15 February 2015

Great Ways to Improve Your Smile # 2

Crowns
A crown is a good way to cover teeth that are discolored or badly shaped. A crown can make your tooth stronger and improve its appearance. Crowns can also be used to attach bridges, protect a weak tooth from breaking or restore one that’s already broken.

The above article is from: MouthHealthy.org

Lakeland Family Dentistry
2475 Lakeland Drive, Suite G
Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 981-4746
Lakeland-Family-Dentistry.com

Friday 13 February 2015

Tuesday 10 February 2015

Family Dentistry

Instilling Good Dental Care at an Early Age

It is important for parents and children to realize that children's teeth are more prone to cavities than adults' teeth. One of the reasons is that kids often do not brush thoroughly on their own. They may need parental supervision until they learn to do a good job. 

Also, children eat throughout the day. Eating produces acid in the mouth that affects the teeth and leads to decay if hygiene is not up to snuff. Continual exposure to the acid stimulated by food and drink will speed up the rate that cavities develop. And if teeth are routinely less clean than they should be, more cavities will develop. 

With healthier food choices, better daily hygiene, and fluoride treatment, the occurrence of cavities can be reduced significantly.


Lakeland Family Dentistry
2475 Lakeland Drive, Suite G
Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 981-4746
Lakeland-Family-Dentistry.com

Sunday 8 February 2015

Great Ways to Improve Your Smile # 1

Whitening
When it comes to getting a whiter and brighter smile, there are a variety of teeth-whitening products you can try. Your main options are in-office and at-home bleaching. Before starting any whitening treatment, you should speak with your dentist. Your dentist will tell you what, if any, whitening procedures will work best for you.

The above article is from: MouthHealthy.org

Lakeland Family Dentistry
2475 Lakeland Drive, Suite G
Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 981-4746
Lakeland-Family-Dentistry.com

Friday 6 February 2015

Tuesday 3 February 2015

White Dental Fillings

Filling Choices to Fit Every Need

For years, the silver-colored amalgam has been the standard filling material used in dental practices. They are effective, affordable, and covered by insurance in most situations. Our practice also offers modern, state-of-the-art restorations that are a natural-looking white, contain no metals, and can actually strengthen your teeth. The biggest reason many of our patients are choosing the white bonded fillings has to do with the way they look—nearly invisible, compared to the metal filling. They also bond very tightly with the healthy part of the tooth to decrease the chance of future decay. We are proud to offer both amalgam and composite fillings, and will be happy to discuss which option is best for you.

Lakeland Family Dentistry
2475 Lakeland Drive, Suite G
Flowood, MS 39232
(601) 981-4746
Lakeland-Family-Dentistry.com