Dental Blog http://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog.html en-us Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:26:16 -0500 Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:26:16 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Officite Development Scripting Trivia Tuesdayhttp://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/trivia-tuesday.htmlToday is "Trivia Tuesday" where we share some dental trivia or funny dental humor with our readers. This one is a catchy tune called "My Shiny Teeth and Me" from The Fairly Oddparents Cartoon on Nickelodeon Network. Once you open it, click on the music note and you will get full sound. It's pretty funny!

"My Shiny Teeth and Me"

 

 

]]>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 17:07:42 -0600Monday Movieshttp://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/monday-movies.htmlEvery Monday we are going to post a movie for our readers to watch. It will either be a funny dental video clip, such as this one, or a testimony from one of our patients. We hope you enjoy this! Even if you are too young to know these actors, you will still think it's funny.

 

Funny Video Clip

 

 

]]>Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:22:31 -0600Pearly Dreamshttp://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/pearly-dreams.htmlThankful Thursday
We thought it would be fun to start "Thankful Thursday". We want to thank you for being such great patients and friends, so most Thursdays we will put some kind of free service or product for the first 10 folks who comment. Stop by our website or facebook page every Thursday and find out what's up.......
Today we have a new product called "Pearly Dreams", Natural Sleep Enhancing Toothpaste. That's right. You brush your teeth and it helps you fall asleep quickly. It is a $20 Value.
First 10 people to post a comment, either on our website or on facebook, get to try a tube for FREE.
It contains Passion Flower extract, Valerian root, Melatonin and Carrageenan. These are suggested to improve sleep patterns.
I don't know if it is a placebo but it WORKED for me. And Tim thinks it works, too.
We will have a list at the office of who posted first. You will be able to tell just by looking at the comments on our webpage or our facebook page. If you are a winner, just come by the office in the next week and pick up your FREE tube of Pearly Dreams! Thanks again for being such great patients.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

]]>Thu, 13 Jan 2011 16:26:10 -0600Radiessehttp://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/is-radiesse-for-you.htmlOne of the best cosmetic procedures I have ever found is calledRADIESSE®. It is a cosmetic dermal filler that is used throughout the world to diminish the appearance of wrinkles, lines, and facial folds. But I have found you get the biggest bang for your buck with Cheeks. Yes, I said cheeks. One treatment brightens the face and gets rid of that tired look. (whether you have earned it or not). It lasts for over a year. But I will warn you, it is addicting. You will love it!

No, It will not make your cheeks look like those Hollywood actresses. There is an art to filler but who knows the face better than a dentist. (and I need it too).

This cosmetic filler has small microspheres (particles) suspended in a gel-like solution. The microspheres are comprised of calcium hydroxylapatite, a substance naturally found in the body. It literally encourages the body to lay down your natural collagen. The other fillers are like paying rent while this one is like paying on a mortgage.
For the first three months after RADIESSE® treatment, it acts as a cosmetic filler, plumping up the skin and diminishing age lines. So, the results are immediate! Then, RADIESSE® microspheres stimulate natural collagen growth, actually causing new tissue development for extended results (up to two years). We are putting back what we have lost. As I said before, this is the best cosmetic procedure after tooth whitening.
By Dr. Cody

RADIESSE® is also FDA-approved for use in the United States.

Dr. Cody has been trained and certified to administer RADIESSE®. If you think you might be a candidate for this amazing cosmetic treatment, call our office today for an appointment.

 

]]>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:47:25 -0600Flossing Triviahttp://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/flossing-humor.htmlToday is Trivia Tuesday, where we share some fun dental trivia or funny jokes and cartoons. Today's focus is on flossing. Did you know......if you don't floss, you miss cleaning 35% of your tooth surfaces? Did you know.....Over three million miles of dental floss is purchased in North America each year? Did you know.....Dental floss was first manufactured in 1882 when it was made from silk?

Funny Cartoon

 

]]>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 13:41:25 -0600Bad Breath? We Can Helphttp://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/bad-breath--we-can-help.htmlAre you suffering with bad breath?

Anyone can be affected by bad breath, also known as halitosis. It can be embarrassing but the good news is that it's usually treatable!

Don't ignore bad breath

There are many possible causes of bad breath. Among them are tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease, dry mouth (xerostemia), tobacco use, certain foods and illness. It can also be a side effect of some types of medications. Sometimes bad breath is a symptom of a more serious condition such as diabetes, sinusitis or a liver ailment.

Where does bad breath come from?

Bad breath usually begins when bacteria breaks down food debris in your mouth. The bacteria that cause bad breath require an oxygen-free environment to survive, so they are usually found between your teeth and within the grooves of your tongue. As the bacteria break down the food debris they release volatile sulfur compounds. These compounds produce the bad breath.

How to avoid bad breath

The key to avoiding bad breath is eliminating it at its source. The first thing you can do is to come see us for a professional cleaning so that we can thoroughly remove the plaque and tartar where odor-causing bacteria thrive. We will show you how to brush and floss properly, and we can also provide you with a tongue scraper and special antibacterial rinse if necessary.

 

]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:06:30 -0500Are Redheads More Likely to be Afraid of the Dentist?http://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/are-redheads-more-likely-to-be-afraid-of-the-dentist.htmlNew research published in the July issue of the Journal of American Dental Association found that redheads are more sensitive to pain and therefore may have more anxiety at the dentist's office. The study found that redheaded people are twice as likely to avoid dental care than brunettes. A 2005 study said that redheads are more resistant to local anesthesia and they have a lower threshold for pain. Researchers believe that variations in the MC1R gene, the one that produces melanin (gives us our skin, hair and eye color), may play a part. Although brunettes, blondes and black-haired people also produce melanin, people with red hair have a mutation of this receptor, which produces the freckles, fair skin, red hair and.....perhaps pain! After Dr. Daniel Sessler and his colleagues published their study on redheads and their pain susceptibility, they received almost 100 emails from redheads around the world who complained of their painful experiences at the dentist. It appears that redheads might need more anesthesia in order to be comfortable while receiving dental care. If you have red hair, you might want to ask your dentist about this amazing new finding....and then you might see how painless dental work can really be!

]]>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 17:05:20 -0500Can Acidic Foods Hurt My Teeth?http://www.cashioncodydentalortho.com/blog/post/can-acidic-foods-hurt-my-teeth.htmlAcids found in food and beverages can have a harmful affect on your teeth. Each tooth has a hard protective layer called the enamel. When acidic foods come in contact with this enamel, they can make it soft. When this happens repeatedly, your enamel can wear away and can never be restored naturally.

You can also get more cavities if you regularly eat foods with high acidity. It's impossible to make a complete list, as acidic foods are found everywhere, but following are some of the more common acidic foods and beverages: Beer, Beef, Soft drinks, Coffee, Fish, Lamb, Pasta, White Flour, Table Salt, Pork and White Bread. Even grazing on fruits and vegetables slowly throughout the day can expose your teeth to acid damage.

Bacteria in your mouth, which feeds on sugars, can also create acid. The best way to avoid acid damage is to avoid snacking continuously throughout the day. Rinsing and flossing, and chewing sugar free gum is also helpful. Brushing right after eating acidic foods though, can actually damage the teeth, because the enamel is soft from the acid. If you want to balance the acidity in your mouth....eat more nuts and dairy products.

 

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