Dental Hygiene and Periodontal Health

Dental hygiene and periodontal health is important to us at Family Dental Rego Park, which is why we encourage proper dental hygiene to all of our patients. Good dental hygiene, brushing the teeth twice a day, flossing once a day, and visiting us every six months for a check-up and cleaning is a great start. It helps prevent cavities, infections and tooth decay, and lets us find problems early, in addition to giving the patient fresh-smelling breath and a beautiful smile.

 

Periodontal health is also important, which deals with the risk of gum disease. If a patient develops gum disease, it can advance to the more serious periodontal disease without proper treatment. One of the reasons we like to schedule dental visits for our patients twice a year is so we can perform an examination to look for signs of gum disease. Without treatment, it can lead to loss of bone, deep infections, necessary extractions, and loose teeth.

 

Aside from these recommendations, not consuming a high amount of sugar, and avoiding smoking cigarettes also make a positive impact on the dental hygiene and periodontal health of our patients.

Invisalign

Did you know that we provide our Family Dental Rego Park patients with the modern orthodontic option Invisalign?

 

Invisalign is a great way to cosmetically straighten your smile without having to commit to the appearance and lifestyle changes that are needed in the case of tradition braces or other form of conventional orthodontics. These clear plastic tooth aligners are discreet, comfortable and flexible.

Invisalign works by incrementally adjusting the alignment of your teeth while remaining inconspicuous.  You can easily remove the aligners for meals, brushing and flossing, as well as dental exams and cleaning. Once your treatment period is complete, you can enjoy a cosmetically straightened smile and the confidence that comes with it.

TMJ

Most people have never heard of the temporomandibular joint, but they have heard of ‘TMJ’.  This acronym is associated with the hinge joint that connects the temporal bone of the skull to the lower jaw.  Some people have a condition known as TMD, or temporamandibular disorder, which relates to problems of the jaw, jaw joint, and/or surrounding muscles of the face.

 

If you hear a clicking or popping sound upon opening your mouth, grind your teeth at night, have headaches, experience ear pain, have chewing difficulties, or have a jaw that gets stuck shut or open, there's a good chance that you may be experiencing TMD. Some of these symptoms, like teeth grinding, for example, can be especially problematic because they can lead to tooth enamel erosion and exposed dentin. This means that your teeth will be sensitive to hot or cold foods and beverages.

 

Luckily, here at Family Dental Rego Park, we have treatment options for TMD. For instance, we can customize a night guard for you to use to prevent or reduce the detrimental effects of your teeth grinding at night. TMD treatment solutions include:

• Night guards
• Physical therapy and jaw exercises
• Lifestyle and behavior counseling
• Pain relievers and other medications

If you think Invisalign might be suffering from TMJ, call us at (718) 699-8268 and schedule an appointment with Dr. Bishod Verma or Dr. Supriya Verma.

Sleep Apnea

Not many people know that their local dentist might just be their best solution when it comes to the treatment of sleep apnea. Dentists play an important role in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Specific therapy for sleep apnea is tailored to the individual needs of each patient based on their medical history, physical examination and results from different testing. Our dentist, Dr. Binod Verma has trained extensively in the management and treatment of sleep apnea and offers innovative treatment options to his patients.

 

Sleep apnea is a very common condition that is treatable. Traditionally, sleep apnea affects men over the age of forty, but it can be diagnosed in almost anyone, including children. There are different types of sleep apnea, but obstructive sleep apnea is the most commonly diagnosed and treated by dentists. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the soft tissue in the back of the throat relaxes during sleep and blocks the airways. If left untreated, breathing becomes interrupted or very slow during sleep. Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can lead to heart attack, stroke, mental confusion, rise in blood pressure and sleepiness during daytime.

 

Patients suffering from sleep apnea will often report the following symptoms:

• Waking up with a sore or dry mouth
• Loud snoring
• Sleepiness
• Morning headaches
• Restless sleep

There are many different treatment options for those suffering from sleep apnea. Dr. Verma treats his patients using oral appliances and oral surgery. Through procedures like osseous surgery or osseous grafting, Dr. Verma is able to lessen the symptoms of sleep apnea. These procedures are done in order to prevent snoring and discontinue any sleep apnea side effects.

 

Call 718-699-8268 to set up an appointment with Dr. Verma in Elmhurst, NY. 

Bleeding Gums and Diabetes are co-related.  When Bleeding gums are treated it has a direct effect on controlling the blood sugar and vice versa.  The main cause of Bleeding gums is Poor Oral hygiene which causes bacterial growth in the mouth.  These bacteria also cause micro ulcerations in the gums and bacteria can travel through small blood vessels into the body and can cause plaque deposit in the bigger blood vessels.  This may cause constriction of the blood vessels and dislodgment of the deposited plaque.  This can lead to high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease etc...  For more details please see the following article...

http://www.diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/treatment-and-care/oral-health-and-hygiene/warning-signs.html

The American Diabetic Association is arranging a Health Expo at Jacob Javitz Center, NY on Saturday March 15th, 2014 from 10AM - 4 PM.  Free Entrance.

New York State Academy of General Dentistry will be conducting a complimentary oral exam which includes Oral Cancer Screening.  

Dr. B.K. Verma is the Public information officer for the Academy of General Dentistry.