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Tooth Decay and Sensitivity

What Causes Tooth Enamel Damage?

What happens when tooth enamel is damaged? The exposed part underneath becomes vulnerable to decay. Cavities aren't the only problem.

Teeth with damaged enamel can become sensitive to extreme temperatures. Suddenly, eating ice cream or sipping hot coffee can be painful or unpleasant.

Above article from: WebMD.com/oral-health

Alafaya Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry
Gary Michaelson, DMD
1870 North Alafaya Trail
Orlando, FL 32826
Tel: (407) 374-0247

How Enamel Protects Your Teeth

What Causes Tooth Enamel Damage?

Enamel is kind of like the shell of an egg: it protects the softer, more vulnerable part of the tooth inside.

But unlike an eggshell, the thin layer of enamel is tough. In fact, enamel is the hardest substance in the body. It can withstand decades of biting, chewing and crunching -- with some luck and good dental care.

Above article from: WebMD.com/oral-health

Alafaya Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry
Gary Michaelson, DMD
1870 North Alafaya Trail
Orlando, FL 32826
Tel: (407) 374-0247

Grinding Teeth

What Causes Tooth Enamel Damage?

Another cause of tooth enamel damage is bruxism -- or teeth-grinding. Over time, the constant clenching and friction can wear down or fracture the enamel. In this slide, teeth grinding has ground down the upper and lower front teeth.

Bruxism is often worst when you sleep -- that's when you can't control it. Reducing stress may help. Some people wear a special mouth guard to bed.

Above article from: WebMD.com/oral-health

Alafaya Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry
Gary Michaelson, DMD
1870 North Alafaya Trail
Orlando, FL 32826
Tel: (407) 374-0247

Benefits of Stannous Fluoride

Benefits of Stannous Fluoride

Stannous fluoride is the only popular fluoride that protects against caries, plaque, gingivitis, dentinal hypersensitivity, and breath malodor. Numerous studies have been conducted demonstrating the broad range of benefits provided by this important ingredient. Click here to read more and view featured research studies.

 

Above article from: DentalCare.com

 

Alafaya Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry
Gary Michaelson, DMD
1870 North Alafaya Trail
Orlando, FL 32826
Tel: (407) 374-0247

ViziLite: Oral Cancer Screening

                           

Early detection of oral cancer begins in the dentist chair. This video demonstrates how a ViziLite cancer screening is performed using a vinegar-based mouth wash and a blue light to aid in detecting pre-cancerous cells.

Are you at risk? 
Risk factors include but are not limited to: 

• Tobacco use
• Chronic alcohol consumption
• Oral HPV 16/18 infection in increasing younger population,
• Age (40+)

An annual screening exam called ViziLite, used in conjunction with a standard visual exam, helps to identify and qualify abnormalities that can lead to cancer. Simply put, a ViziLite exam may turn your annual visit into a life saving experience.

                                    
                                                  What you see under normal light            What you see using ViziLite 

Above video from: Jay Grossman's youtube channel
Pictures from: http://www.zila.com/vizilite/

Alafaya Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry
Gary Michaelson, DMD
1870 North Alafaya Trail
Orlando, FL 32826
Tel: (407) 374-0247