11-11-15 What is an anticoagulant? Anticoagulants are a class of drugs that work to prevent the coagulation (clotting) of blood…in other words it’s a blood thinner. Typically patients with heart issues, stroke, and or blood ...
11-4-15 Have you ever read all the side effects of the medications your are on? Medications- both prescription and over the counter- can have an extreme effect on the oral cavity. Some of the most ...
10-28-15 The Importance of the Health History Update How many of you have complained when the receptionist hands you a health history update? Let’s take a few moments to talk about why we ask you ...
10-21-15 Did you know that some of the most common dental issues can be a sign of further dental problems? It’s important to visit your dental professional to determine the cause of your dental problem ...
10-14-15 Intra oral cameras Wouldn’t it be easier to understand the condition of your mouth if you could see it? We agree! That’s why we use intra oral cameras at Lima, Spencerville, and New Bremen ...
9-23-15 Snoring can be a sign of a more serious condition called Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Loud and frequent snoring is a common sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, a potentially life threatening condition. If left untreated ...
9-16-15 Did you know that frequent headaches can be a sign of temporomandibular dysfunction? Although exact causes of TMD are unknown symptoms that frequently accompany TMD don’t go unnoticed. These symptoms include: • Pain or ...
9-9-15 Do you have a strong gag reflex? Do you have difficulty staying numb? Do you suffer from dental anxiety? Lima Dental Associates offers nitrous oxide, non IV sedation, and IV sedation. Nitrous oxide, also ...
8-26-15 A guy walks into a shoe store and tries on a pair of shoes. “how do they feel?” asks the sales clerk. “well, they feel a bit tight.” Replies the guy. The sales clerk ...
8-12-15 Did you know that the gums can give us an insight to your overall health? Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease. When left untreated the body’s immune system must fight the bacteria ...
