Are you suffering from tetracycline stains? Tetracycline is an antibiotic that has been in use for over 60 years for a variety of infections including UTI’s (urinary tract infections), intra-abdominal infections, and other degenerate bacterial infections. Tetracycline has been associated with adverse side effects including permanent staining of the teeth. One of the first reported cases of tooth staining due to tetracycline use was in 1956. Since then tetracycline is no longer prescribed to pregnant mothers in their second and third trimesters, or in children under the age of 8. However, baby boomers and older adults may have already incurred staining due to tretracyline and today there is something they can do about it. Your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart, discusses tetracycline stains and what you can do to get rid of them in today’s blog.
What Do You Know About Your Pets Teeth?
Can your pets get cavities? Have you ever wondered? Take your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart’s fun, fact-filled, Friday quiz to find out what you know about your pet’s teeth.
August 2014: Explore Greenfield Village in Dearborn MI
Are you a family of history buffs or are you just looking for something interesting and mesmerizing to do? Dearborn MI features 4 one-of-a-kind attractions including The Henry Ford Museum, Greenfield Village, a factory tour, and an IMAX. Take in all four at once, or one at a time. Your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart suggests starting with a day with the family learning about and exploring three centuries of American life at Greenfield Village, Dearborn MI.
Why Extract A Tooth?
With all the dental treatments available today, it seems the need to extract a tooth would be passé. So, why do dentists still extract teeth? Aside from wisdom teeth which often need to be extracted to prevent future problems, there are reasons dentists choose tooth extraction as the treatment of choice. Today, your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart discusses reasons to extract a tooth.
August 2014: Marvins Marvelous Mechanical Museum, Farmington Hills, MI
Do you and your kids love the wacky and the wonderful? If so, you are going to love this museum. If you are looking for something unusual and unique to do with the family, look no further. Your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart recommends a visit to Marvins Marvelous Mechanical Museum in Farmington Hills, MI. Read on for more info.
Oral Health Facts For Seniors
Your bodies change as you age. You lose muscle mass, bone density, strength, balance, memory, and teeth. But, you don’t necessarily have to lose your teeth. The loss of your teeth is something you can help prevent. According to the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), nearly 250 million people throughout the US, Japan, and Europe suffer from tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart shares other important oral health facts for seniors.
Which Toothpaste Is Right For You?
Oxygenated toothpaste can be beneficial to your oral health. In fact it is often prescribed for patients who have oral health issues such as periodontal disease, chronic bad breath, or other issues. In a previous blog, your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart mentioned using oxygenated toothpaste to brush your tongue and reduce bad breath. Today he discusses other benefits of oxygenated toothpaste.
August 2014: Super Youth Triathlon In Livonia, MI.
Come check out the Super Youth Triathlon at Clements Circle Park Saturday, August 9th and cheer on your friends and loved ones. The weather forecast is partly cloudy/82 degrees with only a 10 percent chance of rain. Wear your caps and sunscreen and join the festivities.
Facts About Childhood Caries
It probably wouldn’t come as a surprise if you heard that childhood caries (tooth decay) was a serious problem in third world countries. But what if you were told that it was a serious problem right here in the U.S.? Well it is. Why is tooth decay serious? Because you need your teeth to eat. You need healthy strong teeth to be able to crunch on healthy fruits and vegetables. You need strong teeth to eat an apple, and a simple apple contains vitamin C, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin B-6, dietary fiber, phytonutrients, calcium, potassium, and phosphorous. Each and every one these vitamins and nutrients helps keep your body healthy. If a child cannot bite an apple, look at all the health benefits that child misses. In today’s blog, your Livonia, MI dentist, Dr. James Stewart talks straight facts about childhood caries. (more…)
August 2014: Punt, Pass, and Kick Your Way To Good Health In Livonia, MI
Get your kids out and active by participating in the many community events Livonia, MI offers for people of all ages. Have kids? Get them outdoors and exercising! Your Livonia, MI dentist Dr. James Stewart suggests Punt, Pass, and Kick, Wednesday, August 6th at Rotary Park.