Can a knocked out tooth be saved? Certainly, and the sooner you can get to your dentist's office the better the chances of saving the tooth. Knocked out teeth with the highest chances of being saved are those seen by the dentist and returned to their socket within one hour of being knocked out.The wives'tale about putting it milk is true. You can also put in a small container of your own saliva. We don't recommend carrying it in your mouth loose due to the risk of swalling it.
Even if your tooth can't be saved, you haven't necessarily lost your smile. Due to advances in dentistry, a dental implant — a freestanding artificial tooth — can now be anchored directly into your jawbone.
Brian Johnson, DMD
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
(770)993-9809
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
Friday, May 28, 2010
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Cold sores, what to do?
They are annoying and painful and there are plenty of things that can cause them.I am talking about cold sores. The cause can be bacterial, viral, fungal or injury.\
Mouth sores may be symptoms of a disease or disorder. A dentist should examine any mouth sore that lasts a week or longer. Among the most common mouth sores are:
Canker sores. Small ulcers with a white or gray base and a red border. Canker sores appear inside the mouth. They are not contagious. There may be only one canker sore or several and they can return frequently. Their exact cause is uncertain but some experts believe that immune system problems, bacteria or viruses may be involved.
Fatigue, stress or allergies can increase the likelihood of a canker sore. Some women may be more prone to them in their premenstrual cycle. A cut caused by biting the cheek or tongue, or reactions from hot foods or beverages may contribute to canker sore development. Intestinal problems, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, also seem to make some people more susceptible.
Treating Canker Sores: They usually heal on their own after a week or two. Over-the-counter topical anesthetics and antimicrobial mouthrinses may provide temporary relief. See your dentist if the sores do not heal or are painful.
Cold sores. Annoying and painful, cold sores, also called fever blisters, are groups of fluid-filled blisters. They often erupt around the lips and sometimes under the e or around the chin. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 and are very contagious. The initial infection (primary herpes), which often occurs before adulthood, may be confused with a cold or flu and can cause painful lesions to erupt throughout the mouth.
Once a person is infected with primary herpes, the virus stays in the body and causes occasional attacks. Recurring cold sores look like multiple tiny fluid-filled blisters that most commonly appear around the edge of the lips. For some people, the virus remains inactive or dormant. For others, cold sores can follow a fever, sunburn, stress, emotional upsets or a break in the skin.
Treating cold sores: Cold sore blisters usually heal in a week by themselves. Over-the-counter topical anesthetics can provide some relief. Your dentist may prescribe antiviral drugs to reduce these kinds of viral infections.
Candidiasis. This fungal infection (also called moniliasis or oral thrush) occurs when the yeast Candida albicans reproduce in large numbers. It is common among denture wearers and most often occurs in people who are very young, elderly, debilitated by diseases like diabetes or leukemia, or who have a problem with their immune system. People who have dry mouth syndrome are very susceptible to candidiasis. Candida may flourish after antibiotic treatment, which can decrease normal bacteria in the mouth.
Treating candidiasis: Control focuses on preventing or controlling the conditions that caused the outbreak. Good oral hygiene is essential. Clean dentures to remove Candida and remove the dentures at bedtime. Saliva substitutes and prescription medications may be helpful when the underlying cause of dry mouth is incurable or unavoidable.
Dr Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell,GA 30076
(770)993-9809
www.brianjohnsondmd.com
some content courtesey of www.ada.org
Mouth sores may be symptoms of a disease or disorder. A dentist should examine any mouth sore that lasts a week or longer. Among the most common mouth sores are:
Canker sores. Small ulcers with a white or gray base and a red border. Canker sores appear inside the mouth. They are not contagious. There may be only one canker sore or several and they can return frequently. Their exact cause is uncertain but some experts believe that immune system problems, bacteria or viruses may be involved.
Fatigue, stress or allergies can increase the likelihood of a canker sore. Some women may be more prone to them in their premenstrual cycle. A cut caused by biting the cheek or tongue, or reactions from hot foods or beverages may contribute to canker sore development. Intestinal problems, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, also seem to make some people more susceptible.
Treating Canker Sores: They usually heal on their own after a week or two. Over-the-counter topical anesthetics and antimicrobial mouthrinses may provide temporary relief. See your dentist if the sores do not heal or are painful.
Cold sores. Annoying and painful, cold sores, also called fever blisters, are groups of fluid-filled blisters. They often erupt around the lips and sometimes under the e or around the chin. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 and are very contagious. The initial infection (primary herpes), which often occurs before adulthood, may be confused with a cold or flu and can cause painful lesions to erupt throughout the mouth.
Once a person is infected with primary herpes, the virus stays in the body and causes occasional attacks. Recurring cold sores look like multiple tiny fluid-filled blisters that most commonly appear around the edge of the lips. For some people, the virus remains inactive or dormant. For others, cold sores can follow a fever, sunburn, stress, emotional upsets or a break in the skin.
Treating cold sores: Cold sore blisters usually heal in a week by themselves. Over-the-counter topical anesthetics can provide some relief. Your dentist may prescribe antiviral drugs to reduce these kinds of viral infections.
Candidiasis. This fungal infection (also called moniliasis or oral thrush) occurs when the yeast Candida albicans reproduce in large numbers. It is common among denture wearers and most often occurs in people who are very young, elderly, debilitated by diseases like diabetes or leukemia, or who have a problem with their immune system. People who have dry mouth syndrome are very susceptible to candidiasis. Candida may flourish after antibiotic treatment, which can decrease normal bacteria in the mouth.
Treating candidiasis: Control focuses on preventing or controlling the conditions that caused the outbreak. Good oral hygiene is essential. Clean dentures to remove Candida and remove the dentures at bedtime. Saliva substitutes and prescription medications may be helpful when the underlying cause of dry mouth is incurable or unavoidable.
Dr Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell,GA 30076
(770)993-9809
www.brianjohnsondmd.com
some content courtesey of www.ada.org
Monday, May 17, 2010
The truth about mercury /amalgam fillings
Have you have been told that you have a cavity and need a "filling", or that your old fillings should be replaced? If so, you may be wondering about the buzz on the "silver" /amalgam fillings. Amalgam was used very effectively for almost a century as filling material. It was relatively cost effective and easy to use. While there has not been any research to support the concerns about "mercury poisoning" from dental fillings, many patients and dentists have begun to choose an alternative treatment, composite resin. Composite fillings are far more aesthetic and have been used on front (anterior) teeth for some time. Research and technology have led to some very nice results with composite fillings. It is quite durable, although , not quite as much as the amalgam.
As always , we are willing and eager to answer any questions that you have regarding this issue. Please call our office today!
Dr. Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 300076
(770)993-9809
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
some content courtesey of www.ada.org
Sunday, May 9, 2010
How would you rank your smile?
On a scale of 1-10, how would you rank how happy you are with your smile? There are many treatment options available to help raise that number. Talk to our staff and myself about your smile concerns!
Dr. Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
(770)993-9809
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
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