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What kind of toothpaste do you use??
Toothpaste is designed to prevent tooth decay and gum disease while also freshening breath. Since ancient times, people have been using abrasive agents to clean plaque and stains from their teeth, but it took many thousands of years before toothpaste became truly effective at preventing decay and thus tooth loss.
All people have naturally-occurring bacteria in their mouths that attack food residue on and between teeth, creating bad breath and plaque. Plaque is a sticky material that is the major culprit in tooth decay (cavities or dental caries) and gingivitis (gum inflammation). It mostly collects around a person's gum lines, edges of fillings, and grooves on the teeth. When it is not brushed away with effective ingredients, it eventually calcifies into tartar. Both plaque and tartar contain acids that eat away the enamel surface of teeth and create cavities.
Abrasive material is the main ingredient in toothpaste. The abrasives typically are calcium carbonate or silica compounds. Emulsifiers raise residue particles off the surface of teeth so they can be more easily brushed away, and also make the paste smooth enough to be squeezed from a tube. Some toothpastes have ingredients that inhibit bacteria and prevent plaque from forming. Some toothpastes contain ingredients that prevent tartar build-up.
Arguably, however, the most significant ingredient in toothpaste is fluoride, an addition which created a revolution in dental health beginning in the late 1950s.
After fluoride was added to popular toothpastes in the late 1950s (and also to community water supplies), people began seeing a tremendous improvement in the battle against tooth decay. Fluoride in toothpaste prevents the destruction of tooth enamel by inhibiting bacteria and strengthening the surface of teeth. When added to the water supply, fluoride forms a strong calcium-bonded coating on teeth, thus improving the resistance of tooth enamel. On a chemical level, it replaces the naturally occurring hydroxypatite with fluoropatite, which is less soluble and thus more resistant to decay.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Toys for Tots & Lifebuilders Detroit!
We are accepting toys now!
Anytime Monday- Thursday 8am-5pm
Come in and give the gift of Christmas to a child!
OVERVIEW: Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity is the fundraising, funding and support organization for the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The Foundation was created at the behest of the U. S. Marine Corps and provides support in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding with the Commander, Marine Forces Reserve, who directs the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The Foundation has supported Toys for Tots since 1991.
MISSION: The mission of Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is to assist the U. S. Marine Corps in providing a tangible sign of hope to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. This assistance includes supporting the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program by raising funds to provide toys to supplement the collections of local Toys for Tots campaigns, to provide promotional and support material and defray the costs of conducting annual Toys for Tots campaigns. Other Foundation support includes providing administrative, advisory, financial, logistic and promotional support to local Toys for Tots Coordinators; managing funds raised and monies donated based on the use of Toys for Tots name or logo; providing other support the Marine Corps, as a federal agency, cannot provide; and conducting public education and information programs about Toys for Tots that call the general public to action in support of this patriotic community action program.
GOAL: The primary goal of the Foundation is the same as that of the overall Toys for Tots Program: i.e. – to deliver, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them into becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Oral Care Report
Can Consumption of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids
Reduce the Incidence of Periodontal Disease?
Most programs aimed at preventing, treating, and managing periodontal disease revolve around control of bacterial infection or the host inflammatory response. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), particularly the n-3 (or omega-3) PUFAs, are known to have anti-inflammatory properties, and their dietary intake may represent a viable component in effectively treating and preventing periodontitis. Recently, a study of over 9,000 adults in the US, using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), examined the relationship between dietary intake of three important n-3 PUFAs and the prevalence of periodontitis.
HANES data spanning from 1999 to 2004 were evaluated for 9,182 adults over the age of 20 who had complete, interpretable periodontal and physical examinations, and provided reliable 24-hour dietary recall. Edentulous subjects were excluded. Periodontitis was defined as ≥ 4 mm pocket depth and ≥ 3 mm attachment loss in any mid-facial or mesial tooth surface among all teeth in two randomly chosen quadrants, one maxillary and one mandibular. Dietary intake of the n-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA; C20:5), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA; C22:6), and linolenic acid (LNA; C18:3) were estimated through a computer-assisted dietary interview system. Extensive demographic data were also collected, along with plasma C-reactive protein (CRP) levels.
Among those studied, 1,024 had periodontitis, equivalent to a weighted prevalence of 8.2% (95% CI 7.0 to 9.4). Factors most strongly associated with periodontitis were age, male sex, non-white race, lower socioeconomic status, smoking, and lower physical activity, all of which were entered as cofactors into the logistic regression model to assess the relationship between n-3 PUFA intake (stratified by tertile) and periodontitis. Also controlled for in the model were total energy intake, self-reported general health status, diabetes mellitus, education, pregnancy, body mass index, alcohol intake, and intake of the other n-3 fatty acids of interest.
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Reduce the Incidence of Periodontal Disease?
Most programs aimed at preventing, treating, and managing periodontal disease revolve around control of bacterial infection or the host inflammatory response. Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), particularly the n-3 (or omega-3) PUFAs, are known to have anti-inflammatory properties, and their dietary intake may represent a viable component in effectively treating and preventing periodontitis. Recently, a study of over 9,000 adults in the US, using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), examined the relationship between dietary intake of three important n-3 PUFAs and the prevalence of periodontitis.
HANES data spanning from 1999 to 2004 were evaluated for 9,182 adults over the age of 20 who had complete, interpretable periodontal and physical examinations, and provided reliable 24-hour dietary recall. Edentulous subjects were excluded. Periodontitis was defined as ≥ 4 mm pocket depth and ≥ 3 mm attachment loss in any mid-facial or mesial tooth surface among all teeth in two randomly chosen quadrants, one maxillary and one mandibular. Dietary intake of the n-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA; C20:5), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA; C22:6), and linolenic acid (LNA; C18:3) were estimated through a computer-assisted dietary interview system. Extensive demographic data were also collected, along with plasma C-reactive protein (CRP) levels.
Among those studied, 1,024 had periodontitis, equivalent to a weighted prevalence of 8.2% (95% CI 7.0 to 9.4). Factors most strongly associated with periodontitis were age, male sex, non-white race, lower socioeconomic status, smoking, and lower physical activity, all of which were entered as cofactors into the logistic regression model to assess the relationship between n-3 PUFA intake (stratified by tertile) and periodontitis. Also controlled for in the model were total energy intake, self-reported general health status, diabetes mellitus, education, pregnancy, body mass index, alcohol intake, and intake of the other n-3 fatty acids of interest.
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Monday, October 3, 2011
Check out what Dr. Stonisch said in the Grosse Pointe News!
Page 8 • September 15, 2011 Grosse Pointe News Health Advisor
New research on dental decay
Dr. Mary Sue Stonisch
Dental decay is a transmissible
bacterial infection of the teeth that
produces long periods of low pH.
When the mouth is confronted
every day with acid from beverages,
gastric reflux, bacterial overload
and more, and the saliva is unable
to keep things in check due to dry
mouth, medications, dehydration
and the like, the result is a hole in
the tooth or dental decay.
Following are frequently asked
questions, courtesy of Faircourt
Dental & Wellness of Grosse Pointe
Woods:
Q. Is there a link between tooth
decay and disease in the rest of the
body?
A. While the oral systemic connection
with gum disease has gathered
a lot of attention in the past decade,
dental decay is now suggesting similar
consequences.
Multiple studies indicate, the most
frequently found bacteria in dental
decay is strep. Mutans are found 78
percent of the time in the coronary
arteries and heart valves. Therefore
the link between dental decay and
heart disease — vascular disease —
seems to exist. Also, new research
indicates a genetic component to
dental decay.
Q. How is saliva playing a role in the
treatment of dental decay?
A. Saliva is a complex fluid which
plays an important role in the body
and the oral cavity. It is essential to a
healthy oral cavity. Saliva is being
used in the diagnosis and prognosis
of many diseases such as heart
attack, stroke, breast cancer, gum
disease, oral cancer and dental
decay. Quality and its quantity can
be tested as well as its ability to
function under acidic attack —
buffering capacity.
Q. How do you solve the problem of
continued tooth decay?
A. Decrease the bacteria and eliminate
the acidity to minimize tooth
decay. This can be done by using the
following check list. In addition, find
a dentist who is knowledgeable in
modern treatment modalities for
decay through saliva testing.
If you are susceptible to dental
decay:
• Stay hydrated — excess physical
activity can cause oral dehydration.
• Limit alcohol and caffeine, which
can dehydrate the mouth.
• Limit sugary snacks and beverages
between meals.
• Use prescription-strength fluoridated
toothpaste.
• Use Xylitol products such as gum,
mouth rinse, etc. to decrease the
stickiness of the plaque to the
tooth — six to 11 grams per day.
• Eat foods rich in arginine —
spinach, soy, seafood, nuts — to
decrease oral acidity.
• Eat cheese, which coats the teeth
with a lipid layer minimizing acid
attack.
• Power brush, using an electric
tooth brush, with baking soda in
addition to fluoridated toothpaste
to decrease oral acidity.
DR. MARY SUE STONISCH,
GROSSE POINTE'S ONLY CONCIERGE DENTIST
PROVIDING PERSONAL, QUALITY CARE FOR A LIFETIME
FAIRCOURT DENTAL
SMILE ENHANCEMENT STUDIO
20040 MACK AVE.
GROSSE POINTE WOODS
313-882-2000
WWW.SMILEENHANCEMENTSTUDIO.COM
COME IN FOR A NO OBLIGATION EVALUATION
Dr. Stonisch is a member of Michigan's
one-of-a-kind Concierge Health Concepts.
www.conciergehealthconcepts.com
New research on dental decay
Dr. Mary Sue Stonisch
Dental decay is a transmissible
bacterial infection of the teeth that
produces long periods of low pH.
When the mouth is confronted
every day with acid from beverages,
gastric reflux, bacterial overload
and more, and the saliva is unable
to keep things in check due to dry
mouth, medications, dehydration
and the like, the result is a hole in
the tooth or dental decay.
Following are frequently asked
questions, courtesy of Faircourt
Dental & Wellness of Grosse Pointe
Woods:
Q. Is there a link between tooth
decay and disease in the rest of the
body?
A. While the oral systemic connection
with gum disease has gathered
a lot of attention in the past decade,
dental decay is now suggesting similar
consequences.
Multiple studies indicate, the most
frequently found bacteria in dental
decay is strep. Mutans are found 78
percent of the time in the coronary
arteries and heart valves. Therefore
the link between dental decay and
heart disease — vascular disease —
seems to exist. Also, new research
indicates a genetic component to
dental decay.
Q. How is saliva playing a role in the
treatment of dental decay?
A. Saliva is a complex fluid which
plays an important role in the body
and the oral cavity. It is essential to a
healthy oral cavity. Saliva is being
used in the diagnosis and prognosis
of many diseases such as heart
attack, stroke, breast cancer, gum
disease, oral cancer and dental
decay. Quality and its quantity can
be tested as well as its ability to
function under acidic attack —
buffering capacity.
Q. How do you solve the problem of
continued tooth decay?
A. Decrease the bacteria and eliminate
the acidity to minimize tooth
decay. This can be done by using the
following check list. In addition, find
a dentist who is knowledgeable in
modern treatment modalities for
decay through saliva testing.
If you are susceptible to dental
decay:
• Stay hydrated — excess physical
activity can cause oral dehydration.
• Limit alcohol and caffeine, which
can dehydrate the mouth.
• Limit sugary snacks and beverages
between meals.
• Use prescription-strength fluoridated
toothpaste.
• Use Xylitol products such as gum,
mouth rinse, etc. to decrease the
stickiness of the plaque to the
tooth — six to 11 grams per day.
• Eat foods rich in arginine —
spinach, soy, seafood, nuts — to
decrease oral acidity.
• Eat cheese, which coats the teeth
with a lipid layer minimizing acid
attack.
• Power brush, using an electric
tooth brush, with baking soda in
addition to fluoridated toothpaste
to decrease oral acidity.
DR. MARY SUE STONISCH,
GROSSE POINTE'S ONLY CONCIERGE DENTIST
PROVIDING PERSONAL, QUALITY CARE FOR A LIFETIME
FAIRCOURT DENTAL
SMILE ENHANCEMENT STUDIO
20040 MACK AVE.
GROSSE POINTE WOODS
313-882-2000
WWW.SMILEENHANCEMENTSTUDIO.COM
COME IN FOR A NO OBLIGATION EVALUATION
Dr. Stonisch is a member of Michigan's
one-of-a-kind Concierge Health Concepts.
www.conciergehealthconcepts.com
Thursday, September 29, 2011
CONGRATULATIONS PATRICIA!
Congratulations Patricia McFadden Willard!! You have been selected as our September winner! Please contact our office at 313-882-2000 to come in and claim your prize!! Good luck to everyone next month and remember the drawing is held on the last Thursday of every month! It is so simple to be added into our drawing, either "like" us on Facebook or give us some feedback on our weekly posts! It really is that easy!
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Advice for Parents
Don't hesitate to ask Dr. Stonisch questions about either your dental health or your childrens! It really is that important.
"Early diagnosis is important for successful treatment of periodontal diseases. Therefore, it is important that children receive a periodontal examination as part of their routine dental visits. Be aware that if your child has an advanced form of periodontal disease, this may be an early sign of systemic disease. A general medical evaluation should be considered for children who exhibit severe periodontitis, especially if it appears resistant to therapy.
Many medications can dry out the mouth or pose other threats to oral health. Be sure to tell your dental professional about any medications your family members are taking.
Monitor your family to see if anyone has the habit of teeth grinding. Grinding can increase the risk of developing periodontal disease, in addition to causing cracked or chipped teeth. Dentists can make custom-fitted night bite guards to prevent teeth grinding at night.
The most important preventive step against periodontal disease is to establish good oral health habits with your child. There are basic preventive steps to help your child maintain good oral health:
* Establish good oral health habits early. When your child is 12 months old, you can begin using toothpaste when brushing his or her teeth. However, only use a pea-sized portion on the brush and press it into the bristles so your child won't eat it. And, when the gaps between your child's teeth close, it's important to start flossing.
* Serve as a good role model by practicing good oral health care habits yourself.
* Schedule regular dental visits for family checkups, periodontal evaluations and cleanings.
* Check your child's mouth for the signs of periodontal disease, including bleeding gums, swollen and bright red gums, gums that are receding away from the teeth and bad breath.
If your child currently has poor oral health habits, work with your child to change these now. It's much easier to modify these habits in a child than in an adult. Since your child models behavior after you, it follows that you should serve as a positive role model in your oral hygiene habits. A healthy smile, good breath and strong teeth all contribute to a young person's sense of personal appearance, as well as confidence and self-esteem."
http://www.perio.org/consumer/children.htm
"Early diagnosis is important for successful treatment of periodontal diseases. Therefore, it is important that children receive a periodontal examination as part of their routine dental visits. Be aware that if your child has an advanced form of periodontal disease, this may be an early sign of systemic disease. A general medical evaluation should be considered for children who exhibit severe periodontitis, especially if it appears resistant to therapy.
Many medications can dry out the mouth or pose other threats to oral health. Be sure to tell your dental professional about any medications your family members are taking.
Monitor your family to see if anyone has the habit of teeth grinding. Grinding can increase the risk of developing periodontal disease, in addition to causing cracked or chipped teeth. Dentists can make custom-fitted night bite guards to prevent teeth grinding at night.
The most important preventive step against periodontal disease is to establish good oral health habits with your child. There are basic preventive steps to help your child maintain good oral health:
* Establish good oral health habits early. When your child is 12 months old, you can begin using toothpaste when brushing his or her teeth. However, only use a pea-sized portion on the brush and press it into the bristles so your child won't eat it. And, when the gaps between your child's teeth close, it's important to start flossing.
* Serve as a good role model by practicing good oral health care habits yourself.
* Schedule regular dental visits for family checkups, periodontal evaluations and cleanings.
* Check your child's mouth for the signs of periodontal disease, including bleeding gums, swollen and bright red gums, gums that are receding away from the teeth and bad breath.
If your child currently has poor oral health habits, work with your child to change these now. It's much easier to modify these habits in a child than in an adult. Since your child models behavior after you, it follows that you should serve as a positive role model in your oral hygiene habits. A healthy smile, good breath and strong teeth all contribute to a young person's sense of personal appearance, as well as confidence and self-esteem."
http://www.perio.org/consumer/children.htm
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Simple Ways to help keep your teeth clean!
Many people have a fear of the Dentist, at Faircourt Dental we work with your needs and provide what is best for you. Don't hesitate to ask questions. Please watch this video as it shows simple ways to prevent disease and keep your pearly whites clean!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCcoUobPnpQ&feature=fvst
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCcoUobPnpQ&feature=fvst
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