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5-9-16 Diabetes is estimated to affect 20 million people,but only two-thirds of these individuals are diagnosed. Studies show that diabetics are more susceptible to periodontal disease and oral infections than non diabetic patients. Some of the most common oral health problems associated with diabetes are: Gum disease. Recent research suggests that the connection between gum disease

I was reading an article not long ago about a patient who noted a sore in her mouth. She mentioned it to her physician. The physician examined the area and scheduled the patient to be rechecked in 7 days. At the patient’s dental appointment she again mentioned the sore in her mouth. The dentist immediately

4-25-16 Today I’d like to discuss the effects of tooth loss. Losing a tooth can be an emotional experience. A patient’s response to tooth loss can include bereavement, lowered self-confidence, dislike of appearance, altered socialization and more! For many patients, partials and dentures are uncomfortable. Traditional dental implants, whether bone grafts are included or not,

4-18-16 We’ve been helping create beautiful smiles for years . Did you know that we offer Botox and facial fillers treatments at Lima Dental Associates? Botox is a series of injections that produce a temporary muscle paralyzing effect, which typically smooth wrinkles and ageing lines. It is also used to treat some muscle conditions such

4-11-16 Although exact causes of TMD are unknown, symptoms that frequently accompany TMD don’t go unnoticed. These symptoms include: • Pain or tenderness in the face, jaw, neck, and shoulders and ear • Jaws that get stuck or lock in the open/ closed position • Clicking or popping in the jaw joint when opening or

Today I’d like to discuss dental crowns. Dental crowns are one of the most common restorations in dentistry. A dental crown is a tooth shaped cover or cap that encases the tooth. It restores the size, shape, strength, and functions of a tooth and is used in both children and adults. There are many reasons

3-28-16 There are multiple reasons that a tooth may crack. Tooth decay, large existing restorations, trauma, and grinding are just a few causes of weakened tooth structures that could lead to tooth cracks. Cracks can start off very small and have no symptoms at all but as the cracks get larger patients often report symptoms

3-22-16 Did you know that approximately 30 million adults are affected by bruxism (clenching or grinding of teeth)? Bruxism is most commonly linked to stress and can also be the body’s reaction to teeth being aligned wrong, a side effect of medication, or even sleep apnea. It often occurs during sleep. Symptoms of bruxism are

Did you know there’s an old Chinese proverb that says “a smile can add 10 years to your life?” I don’t think there are too many people who would disagree that a smile makes us healthier in life. Unfortunately, there are too many people who resist smiling whether it’s because they are unhappy with the