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If you are looking for a gentle, courteous, and friendly dentist, you've come to
the right place! Dr. Gailey and his dedicated staff provide advanced family and
cosmetic dentistry for every major dental need.
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Newsletter
Greetings Patients and Friends,
Can you believe this is our first full week of summer? I do have to say that our spring in June has not been near as hot as we expected! I am thrilled! That doesn't seem to slow my kids pool activity down one lick, though. My 3 oldest kids are in swim team every morning, and when they are not at home, they are in our neighbor’s pool having fun. It's at this time of year that I sometimes see teeth break, as kids jump too close to the edge of the pool or run on the wet pool surface and slip. Take time to reinforce pool safety with your kids and be aware of the affects of pool water on teeth. If the water's pH balance is not carefully maintained, it can become either too acidic or too basic and can have a serious effect on the enamel of the teeth. I have included some information about swimming and pool safety relative to your teeth in the section below. Right now is the best time to start Invisalign treatment. Invisalign is a revolutionary way to straighten teeth without the use of braces. If you have crooked teeth, there is no way for me to adequately describe the value of having them straightened. Straight teeth feel good, they look good, they are more cleansable, and they chew better. It is definitely worth it! We are currently offering a 10% discount on all cases started within the next 30 days. Depending on your case, that could be a savings of $500! Call Tammy and schedule an appointment for a FREE consultation. One last thing, SMILE, it just feels good. Best regards, Tim Gailey, DMD
Tips from the Academy of General Dentistry:
Sports and Oral Health
Swimmers Risk Stained Smiles, Chipped Teeth
Competitive swimmers may be at risk for developing yellowish-brown or dark-brown
stains on their teeth, reports the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). Athlete swimmers,
who often swim laps more than six hours a week, expose their teeth to large amounts
of chemically treated water. Pool water contains chemical additives like antimicrobials,
which give the water a higher pH than saliva, causing salivary proteins to break
down quickly and form organic deposits on swimmers’ teeth. Click here to learn more.
Sports and Oral Health
The Importance of Keeping Mouthguards Clean
ractured teeth, neck injuries and abrasions in the mouth, also known as sports-related
dental injuries, are ever present among athletes. According to the U.S. Centers
for Disease Control, sports-related dental injuries account for more than 600,000
emergency room visits each year. In some 200,000 cases annually, mouthguards have
been known to avert oral injuries and cut the risk of concussion by 50 percent.
While a mouthguard may be popular for its ability to prevent the injuries that may
disfigure a person’s appearance, what many may not be aware of is the importance
of proper maintenance, cleanliness and care to prevent disease transmission and
infection. Click here to learn more.
Sports and Oral Health
Avoid Diver's Mouth Syndrome
Before you go scuba diving, see your dentist because this sport can lead to jaw
joint pain, gum tissue problems or tooth pain. All of these symptoms add up to “diver’s
mouth syndrome,” a condition that is caused by the mouthpiece and by the air pressure
change involved in scuba diving – a sport that is enjoyed by about 4 million enthusiasts
in the United States. At first, divers may not notice the discomfort in their mouth
cased by an ill-fitting mouthpiece, but when they conclude their dive, they may
notice the jaw joint pain or gum lacerations. Click here to read more
FAQs: Athletic Mouthguards
An athletic mouthguard is a flexible appliance that is worn during athletic and
recreational activities to protect teeth from trauma. Custom-fabricated mouthguards
are essential for preventing athletic oral/facial injuries, such as broken teeth,
jaw fractures, cerebral hemorrhages, and neck injuries. Mouthguards are effective
at moving the lips and cheeks away from the teeth, thus preventing cutting and bruising
of these soft tissues - especially for those who wear orthodontic appliances. Wearing
a mouthguard also may reduce the severity and incidence of concussions. Read on
to learn more about how to keep kids' teeth safe while playing team sports. Read more!
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