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Fear tooth loss? You are not alone. The American Association of Endodontists released study results showing that 70% of people in the U.S. fear tooth loss. So, we’d like to tell you what you need to know to help ensure you keep all of your teeth over the course of your lifetime. First and foremost is proper tooth brushing, flossing and regular dental check-ups. Proper diet also plays a role in oral health so check out our oral health diet […]

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Poor oral health has been linked to illegal drug and alcohol use by a team of Boston University researchers. The researchers identified that opioid dependence over the course of a year’s time is linked to poor oral health. Reported in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, the investigation by the researchers noted that 60% of users of alcohol, stimulant, opioid and marijuana rated their oral health from poor to fair on a five point scale. The end result of the […]

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Tooth decay risks have significantly been reduced with the introduction of fluoride in water supplies or when necessary prescription strength fluoride toothpaste. Still, tooth decay has recently been deemed a public health crisis epidemic. The reasons for this are numerous. Sometimes it is the fear of dentistry that keeps people away from 2 annual dental visits each year that would otherwise prevent tooth decay. Other times, it is the lack of funds to cover dental expenses. Still, other times it […]

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Austin Dentist Dr. Mark Sweeney is announcing the recent expansion of his Austin Dental Spa team, as he welcomes Dr. Craig Braun to the practice. Dr. Sweeney says he expects Dr. Braun will be a great fit because they both believe the value of safe and effective care, and the need for education and understanding as patients consider procedures ranging from routine cleanings to porcelain veneers. Austin Dental Spa is welcoming a new dentist into its practice. Austin cosmetic dentist […]

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Dental fear tops the charts for many people around the world. The UK is no different. Recently, researchers at the British Dental Health Foundation released the results of a study that demonstrates Brits are more fearful of a dentist than they are about snakes and spiders. In fact, a recent Adult Dental Health Survey demonstrated that roughly half of adults and more women than men fit the category of moderate to extreme dental anxiety. If only those people knew that […]

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Senior oral care has recently taken a turn for the better since nurses have learned about a new approach that resulted from a study involving a team of nurses and dementia patients. Managing Oral Hygiene Using Threat Reduction (MOUTH) is the latest approach to oral health for people with dementia. This is great news for people with dementia who have more difficulty brushing their teeth which leads to poor oral health and consequently elevates the risk for periodontal diseases, pneumonia […]

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Cosmetic dentistry can fit into right into your summertime lifestyle. With so many ways to treat yourself, it might seem like there are not enough reasons for fitting cosmetic dentistry in.  Yet, the idea of a bright white smile and healthy oral cavity can certainly be appealing in summertime and can be easily achieved. Priorities for people in summertime have taken on a new dimension with a stronger commitment to health. It’s not just about looking good; it’s about feeling […]

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Dentistry is popular in Summer time. A trip to Austin Dental Spa for a professional tooth cleaning wipes away plague build up, takes away many tooth stains that can’t be otherwise removed, as well as, keeps your gums and oral cavity healthy. Just as the Summer air is fresh and clean, many people are inclined to be interested in fresh clean breath for the Summer season. This might be true, in part, to the desire to remain attractive for a […]

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Many adults and roughly one third of children grind their teeth at night. For children, the reason may coincide with the eruption of teeth. For both children and adults, tooth grinding has been linked to stress, anxiety and traumatic life events. You may only grind one or twice week. You may grind every night. Regardless, you might want to consider that your tooth grinding is also linked to being withdrawn. At the 22nd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep […]

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Knowing that over 75% of the general population has early stage gum disease (gingivitis) or more advanced gum disease (periodontal disease), suggests that so many women are not only at risk for tooth loss but now at risk for breast cancer as well following results of  The Karolinska Institute in Sweden’s study.  Recently announced, this institute’s study results demonstrate that women with missing teeth and gum disease were eleven times more likely to develop breast cancer. Of more than 3,000 […]

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