A Smooth New Approach to Dental Cleanings
With advancements in dental technology, we can now clean your teeth and the deep pockets at the gumline with little or no discomfort. We use the Piezo Scaler™, which emits high-frequency vibrations to easily and efficiently remove the build-up of plaque and tartar. It does its job faster than regular hand-scaling instruments and like so many of our other patients, you will be amazed how clean your teeth feel!
In most cases, the cause of bad breath can be simple. However, if the issue is persistent, it can be a symptom of something more serious, and a problem sign of something to avoid long term.
- Diet places a key role in bad breath, and the food you eat can often affect the smell of your breath.
- Oral bacteria can cause an odour, and also indicate you have plaque build-up.
- Dry mouth often affects your breath, as saliva (or lack thereof) affects plaque buildup and food particles from sticking to your teeth. Read more about dry mouth on the dry mouth page.
- Smoking.
- Unclean dentures. Just like teeth, dentures need to be cleaned regularly to keep them feeling, and smelling, fresh.
- Some medical conditions, often affecting your liver or kidneys, can affect your breath. Alerting your dentist of previous medical conditions, or current medications is always a good idea.
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Learn more about why gums recede.
A Restoration for Multiple Missing Teeth
We also make bridges, which fill in the gap left by multiple missing teeth. We use the same quality materials as for crowns. Your bridge will be anchored on each side with a crown to keep it securely in place and give you full chewing capabilities. You will be pleased how natural-looking this restoration is and how once again you'll have a pleasing smile.
Learn more about the treatment for abscessed teeth.
Filling Options
We offer two types of filling materials for restorations from cavities. The amalgam metal filling has been the standard used by dentists for a number of years. They provide an effective and affordable restoration that is covered under most insurance plans. We also provide nonmetallic fillings that are made to match the shade of your tooth. They are nearly invisible and add to the attractiveness of your smile. They bond well to the natural tooth structure, which gives it additional strength and reduces the chance of decay setting in. We are pleased to offer both types of fillings and will discuss which option is best for you.
Northside Dental Group
David Henry, DMD
William L. Boteler, DDS
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS
550 East Northside Dr.
Clinton, MS 39056
(601) 924-1555
NorthsideDentalGroup.com
Those suffering from dysphagia, or trouble swallowing, can reduce their risk of chest infection or other serious issues by maintaining good oral health by keeping their mouth clean. Other medical issues include neuromuscular conditions, stroke, dementia, traumatic brain injury, gastroesophageal reflux disease, cancers of the head and neck and certain respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Aspiration pneumonia can also be caused when saliva, food or liquid goes down the trachea into the lungs, instead of the esophagus and into the stomach.
Risk of dysphagia increases with age and frailty, as well as smoking, excessive alcohol use, certain medications and poor oral hygiene including your teeth and dentures.
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Learn more about the risks to your oral health during pregnancy.
With advancements in dental technology, we can now clean your teeth and the deep pockets at the gumline with little or no discomfort. We use the Piezo Scaler™, which emits high-frequency vibrations to easily and efficiently remove the build-up of plaque and tartar. It does its job faster than regular hand-scaling instruments and like so many of our other patients, you will be amazed how clean your teeth feel!
