Bringing back the smile!

A form of Appreciation from our dear patient for an excellent treatment and caring dental service from  Dr Kocho Cumandra and the Staff. Thank you! 

Dental Implants Help to Maintain a Younger Appearance

Did you know that in areas of missing teeth the bone resorbs and in some cases causes wrinkles to form around the mouth? By placing dental implants into the bone in the areas of the missing teeth, the bone becomes stimulated from the implant post and therefore will not resorb. Long term, this prevent those early age wrinkles.

Being Tooth Paste Smart for Toddlers

Until your child is able to completely spit out all of their toothpaste, fluoridated toothpaste should not be used. For young toddlers, brushing with a toothbrush and water is usually sufficient enough. Non-fluoridated toothpaste can also be used but should always be encouraged to be spit out to help build good habits.

If a child consumes fluoridated toothpaste, dental fluorosis of the adult teeth can occur. Dental fluorosis is when the the enamel does not form properly and appears with bright white and brown pitted stains. Dental enamel affected by dental fluorosis also does not form as strong as it normally would, and is therefore more prone to cavities.

Achievement

Congratulations Dr. Kocho Cumandra for being a Fellow of the International Congress of Implantologists last May 20, 2012. Another achievement to enhance better dental service in Implant Dentistry. 

How often do you have to change your Toothbrush?

Replace toothbrushes every three months or more

frequently if they show signs of wear, become contaminated through contact with another brush or

child, or after a child has an infection. Toothbrushes

should be rinsed after each use and air dried.

 If multiple brushes are stored in the same holder, do not allow them to touch each other.

Teeth Grinding & Night Guard

A large number of people who clench also tend to grind their teeth. Grinding is when you slide your teeth over each other in a back and forth, sideways movement. Often the grinding is a subconscious behavior that is not realized by the bruxer. 

Stress reduction and anxiety management are methods used to treat bruxism and reduce the symptoms, but a DENTAL NIGHT GUARD is the most commonly used treatment method. A night guard is a horseshoe-shaped, retainer-like, plastic appliance with shallow borders that can be worn on either the top or the bottom arch.

Family Day

This day is the best time to spend wonderful moments with the family. Make it up for all the busy days and whether it's a big or small gathering, an out of town trip or a simple bonding time with your loved ones makes the day extraordinary.

Oral Cancer Screening

When you go for your regular dental check up, dentist and hygienist are also screening you for any signs of oral cancer. Every hour of every day, someone dies of oral cancer in the United States. This serious dental disease which pertains to the mouth, lips or throat is often highly curable if diagnosed and treated in the early stages. Visiting your dentist for regular check ups and avoiding tobacco are the key factors in preventing oral cancer.

For a Healthy Mouth for Life follow these rules:

• Brush at least twice daily.

• Ask your dentist about assitive devices for oral care if you have manual dexterity issues.

• Rinse with water immediately after eating or drinking sugary foods.

• Have regular dental exams : recessed gums can lead to "root decay".

• Even if you wear dentures, make sure the soft tissues of your mouth are healthy.

• Inform your dentist of any medications you are taking or changes in your health.

• Ask your dentist how to deal with a dry mouth.

• Discuss all tooth-replacement options with your dentist to ensure that you amke an informes choice based on your health.