Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, Pinnacle Dental Associates in Albany reminds you to never switch up a well-established dental health routine. By brushing your teeth twice every day, you remove the plaque that causes cavities. Plaque is that soft and sticky film that builds up on your teeth, a process that... read more »
Did you know that nearly a third of adults will have no natural teeth left by the time they reach retirement age? It just doesn't seem fair that they finally get to reap the benefits of retirement, only to worry about leaving their dentures embedded into that juicy filet mignon that they can finally afford after all those years of... read more »
You and your family have just set out on a great trip when your tooth begins to ache. Now what? First, do not put any pain killers, such as aspirin, directly on the gum surrounding the tooth because the medicine can burn the gum tissue. You should clean your mouth out by rinsing with warm salt water. Gently swish the... read more »
There are simple things you can do daily to help deter the onset of dementia, like keeping your mind active with crossword or other puzzles, or drinking green tea. Yet, did you know that the health of your teeth and gums can help predict dementia? Research conducted at the University of Southern California found that having periodontal disease before the... read more »
Over the past few years, you have undoubtedly noticed that the paperwork that you’re required to fill out in medical and dental offices has increased. Yes, it can be overwhelming. The good news is that the forms you are filling out are directly related to the privacy of your health information. We have firm controls in place so that no... read more »
Today, we honor those who provide loving care for those with autism or special needs. It’s especially important to maintain their oral and overall health. People with mild or moderate forms of autism can be treated successfully in our office. We will take special care to be sure their dental experience is personalized. To assist us in providing the best... read more »
Do you use a mouth rinse? Many patients use mouth rinse to simply freshen their breath, but it can be used for other reasons as well. People might use it to help prevent and/or control plaque. Mouth rinses can be used to prevent or control gum disease along with reducing the forming of tarter on teeth. One rinse, Biotene®, helps... read more »
Your bone and gum tissue should fit snugly around your teeth, much like a glove on your hand. When someone has periodontal (gum) disease, the supportive tissue and bone is destroyed by bacteria, forming "pockets" around the teeth which trap food, creating plaque and causing infection. Normally the pocket area causes persistent bad breath, is extremely sensitive, and is prone... read more »
Creating your own person style is important for everyone. Whether you color your hair, keep it short or long or add a tattoo to your arm. Some of you have decided to have an oral piercing or maybe you or some you know are considering getting one. The piercing is not only about expressing your style – it is also... read more »