Diuretics and Dental Decay
A new study out of Japan identified factors associated with dry mouth particularly in the elderly. Amongst all the risk factors for dry mouth, taking antidepressants and/or diuretics for high blood pressure is the most significant. A person taking diuretics has more than 7 times the odds of a dry mouth than a person who […]
Oral Health and Overall Health: Does the health of my mouth really affect the rest of my body?
The answer is yes. There are many connections between the health of your mouth and the rest of your body. Did you know that chronic oral infections like periodontitis can negatively affect people with heart disease and diabetes. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, half of all people over age 55 have gum disease. […]
Deprogrammers – “Word of Mouth” Blog
Approximately 70% of the population has some form of “bite problem”. Many people experience symptoms (pain, limited function, joint noises) that are often referred to as “TMD” or Temporo-Mandibular Disorders. More commonly people have bite problems that do not produce symptoms but rather adaptations. Many of these adaptations are painless and thus often are happening […]
Vancouver Invisalign® Dentist – Dr.Bruce Marshall – “Word of Mouth” Blog
As an adult have you thought about braces but did not like the way they looked? Clear braces (Invisalign®) have become increasingly popular with adults and teens. There are no brackets or wires to fuss with. You can eat whatever you want and the clear aligners are virtually invisible and removable for easy cleaning. […]
Occlusion – “Word of Mouth” Blog
Our topic this time is Occlusion: When there is disharmony in your “occlusion” it can present as headaches, jaw pain or tooth aches. Sometimes you will be unaware of it but your dentist will tell you he can see signs like flat spots on teeth where they have excess wear, chips in your enamel and […]