Posts Tagged ‘Dry Mouth’
How the Las Vegas Climate Affects Your Dental Health: What Every Southern Nevada Resident Should Know
Living in Las Vegas has its advantages, beautiful sunshine, mild winters, and an active outdoor lifestyle. However, the desert climate also presents unique challenges for your oral health. Low humidity, intense summer heat, hard water, and year-round sun exposure can all affect your teeth, gums, and overall oral wellness. At Marielaina Perrone, DDS in Henderson,…
Read MoreLiving with Sjögren’s Syndrome: How to Protect Your Teeth, Gums, and Smile
Why Sjögren’s Syndrome Can Have a Serious Impact on Oral Health Sjögren’s syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide, most commonly women over age 40. While dry eyes are often the most recognized symptom, the condition’s effects on the mouth can be just as significant. Saliva does much more than…
Read MoreEnamel Erosion to Gum Disease: 5 Hidden Dangers
Oral health is often taken for granted until we experience some type of pain or discomfort. However, some dental issues can develop silently, presenting few or no symptoms until they reach a more advanced stage. From enamel erosion to gum disease, these hidden dangers can significantly impact your overall health and quality of life if…
Read MoreWhat Is Halitosis?
Halitosis is the medical term for chronic bad breath. Having halitosis is far different than having bad breath from eating too much garlic. Halitosis is a lingering bad breath and could be an indicator of something more serious going on with your health. What Causes Halitosis? –What We Eat. What we consume at meals and…
Read MoreDental Health Tips For Seniors
As we get older, we need tokeep track of our bodies far differently than when we were younger. This includes our dental hygiene. Prescription medications can have a big effect on dental health. They can lead to dry mouth which can lead to increased tooth decay. Below you will find some great dental hygiene tips…
Read MoreIs Sparkling Water Bad For Your Teeth?
As the new year begins many of us are trying to choose healthier options. This includes attempting to make smarter choices in our choice of drink. A choice for many is to forego sugary sodas and choose carbonated water. The thought is we will choose a lower calorie drink that is also less harmful to…
Read MoreIs A Healthy Smile Possible After 60?
As we get older, many changes occur to our bodies. Some we can control, or slow down, but most we cannot. Good health and fitness is the key to staying young and fit. Dental health has been proven to be directly linked to your overall health. There are numerous scientific studies which link systemic disease to…
Read MoreDental Check Up For Seniors
As we get go down the inevitable path of aging, health problems arise that we never expected. This includes oral health changes that can be kept at bay with proper care. Below you will find a list of some of the common dental health issues seniors face. Common Dental Health Issues For Seniors –Xerostomia (Dry…
Read MoreCough Syrup and Tooth Cavities
Here we are in that time of year when coughs, colds, and flu symptoms can make our lives miserable. Most people turn to over the counter medication to either relieve some of their symptoms or lessen their effects. Did you know that these medicines can result in tooth decay? Ingredients in Medications that Cause Tooth…
Read MoreEating Disorders And Your Teeth
For many people, eating disorders are part of every day life. These abnormal eating habits may involve either insufficient or excessive food intake to the detriment of an individual’s physical and psychological health. The resulting effects of the dietary issues involved directly and indirectly relate to oral health problems. Common Types Of Eating Disorders –Anorexia Nervosa (commonly called, “anorexia”)…
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