Although most people are aware of the reasons
behind proper, daily tooth
brushing, few people
realize that clean teeth and healthy gums can
protect
against a wide variety of other general,
even life-threatening, health
problems!
John V. Bucher,
DDS
1881 Western Avenue
Albany, NY 12203 518-218-1881
Halitosis
Typically, people who have bad breath have
poor oral hygiene habits that leave decaying food particles, other debris,
or bacteria in the mouth. These conditions produce volatile sulfur
compounds just like those found in rotten eggs, resulting in foul smelling
breath.
Proper toothbrush care
is important to your oral health. Because a worn
toothbrush is less effective in cleaning, the American
Dental Association recommends replacing your
toothbrush every three to four months
or sooner if the bristles become frayed. Children’s
toothbrushes often need to be replaced more
frequently.
While some study results
indicate the use of a mouth rinse can be as effective as
flossing for reducing plaque between the teeth, the
American Dental Association (ADA) recommends to brush
twice a day and
clean between the teeth
with floss or interdental cleaners once each day to
remove plaque from all tooth surfaces.
Oral
Appliance Therapy for Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Snoring is the
sound of partially obstructed breathing during
sleep. While snoring can be harmless, it can
also be the sign of a more serious medical
condition known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).