Cigarette sales at most Lone Tree stores have decreased in the past decade, but some tobacco consumers have switched to smokeless products. There is a common misconception (especially among teens) that smokeless tobacco is harmless. This is absolutely not true. Regardless of the specific type: spit tobacco, snuff, chew, or pinch, this form of tobacco is […]
Dental Health
Halitosis And Xerostomia (Bad Breath And Dry Mouth)
While poor oral hygiene is the most prevalent cause of halitosis, many elements can contribute to or worsen the condition. One of these is the lack of saliva or xerostomia. Saliva and Oral Health Saliva moistens the teeth and gums and eliminates odiferous dead cells. Saliva also neutralizes the ever-present acids on the tongue, gums, […]
If My Child Brushes and Flosses, Does She Need a Dental Cleaning?
Today’s post focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if your child needs a professional dental cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are vital because they work in tandem to maintain oral health. Doctor Almeida encourages patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing Flossing […]
Just Got Braces? Avoid These Foods.
Abstain from hard or sticky foods (or non-food items) while you have braces. Some of the following ‘no-no’s’ are obvious. But it’s good to review them regularly. Popcorn Bone-in ribs Nuts (of any kind) Ice Corn chips Hard taco shells Sticky or hard candy Gum Make Sure Your Braces Can Do Their Job If you […]
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
As if you needed another reason to keep your gums in first-rate condition. Scientists have found a link between bacteria that cause periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that often leads to chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The research study, “Porphyromonas gingivalis […]
Can My Dentist Help With My Snoring?
Partner can’t sleep because you snore? Is it finally time to eliminate it? Snoring sounds can develop when the tissue in the back of the throat collapses onto the soft palate. This narrows the air passageway. As you breathe, this area opens and closes—with a noisy result. Your snoring may be a symptom of a […]
3 Important Reasons To Choose Almeida & Bell Aesthetic Dental Center
An Educated Pediatric Dentist Like other dental specialists (endodontists and prosthodontists, for example), Drs. Almeida and Bell have advanced dental training. After years of rigorous dental school, our pediatric dentists undertook an additional two years of pediatric dental training. That’s one of the reasons Drs. Almeida and Bell are the most qualified to provide dental care […]
Do You Grind Your Teeth While You Sleep?
Here is the Almeida & Bell Aesthetic Dental Center guide to treating teeth grinding. Understand Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Regular teeth grinding might lead to a sore jaw or headaches in the mornings. While anxiety or stress can be contributors, they are not the only reasons that grinding may appear, as it […]
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
Today’s post focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are essential because they work in tandem to maintain oral health. We encourage patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing Flossing Healthy diet […]
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Today in the Lone Tree dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is “dental-speak” for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is generally caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, […]
