A hot cup of coffee, a cool scoop of ice cream and tall glass of lemonade. For most of us, these are treats to be enjoyed. For others, however, they are the cause of sharp pain that shoots through one or more teeth. If you have tooth sensitivity, then you know what we’re talking about. Fortunately, there are things you can do to reduce tooth sensitivity.
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Dr. David S. Groy and his Leesburg, VA team are dedicated to helping patients achieve and maintain their healthiest smiles. By emphasizing preventive dental checkups twice a year rather than responsive appointments made after pain or damage, we help patients take steps toward optimal oral health. However, even the best dental treatment plan won’t succeed unless patients’ at home care is up to par. Making sure you’re brushing and flossing properly may just be the difference between keeping your natural smile for life and trying on a pair of prosthetic teeth. Keep reading to find out more about proper brushing and flossing, or contact our team to find out more today.
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Congratulations! Whether you are expecting your first child or your fifth, Dr. David S. Groy and his team of dental hygienists and dental assistants in Leesburg, VA, want to wish you a healthy and enjoyable pregnancy. Actually, by continuing to see Dr. Groy regularly, we can help you and your baby. In addition to your visits to the obstetrician, planning the nursery and adjusting to the idea of motherhood, dental checkups are an important component of maintaining your health during these very special nine months.
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Dr. David S. Groy and his team are dedicated to educating young patients. By teaching great at-home care habits, our dental practice helps Leesburg area young people maintain optimal oral health for a lifetime. With early, consistent, preventive care, more patients than ever before are able to retain their natural teeth their entire lives.
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It’s hard to believe, but estimates are that some 75 percent of American adults have some form of gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. Furthermore, for the many who don’t attend regularly scheduled dental cleanings and exams, they may not even know they have this chronic condition which has been linked to other bodily ailments. So, for the sake of your oral health as well as your general health, Dr. David S. Groy and our team in Leesburg, VA, are dedicated to carefully assessing and monitoring the health of your gums.
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Your mouth is the main gateway to the rest of your body. So, it should come as no surprise that the condition of your oral health affects your overall health. In fact, reliable research proves the oral-systemic connection and that several illnesses and diseases can result from poor oral hygiene. Therefore, the importance of taking care of your teeth, gums and oral health cannot be overstated. Leesburg dentist Dr. David S. Groy and his staff of dental hygienists and dental assistants are here to help you maintain your oral and general health.
First, what are some of the diseases and conditions linked to oral health? These include, but are not limited to:
Diabetes. Not only are people with type 2 diabetes more likely to have gum disease, but recent research shows that patients with periodontitis have an increased risk of developing diabetes as compared to people with little or no gum disease.
Heart disease. Once again, periodontal bacteria are the culprit. The “bad” bacteria that is associated with gum disease can enter your bloodstream, lodge inside blood vessels and lead to blockages, heart attack or even heart failure.
Low birth weight and pre-term deliveries. Several studies have found a link between gum disease, pre-term birth and low birth weight. In fact, one study concludes that women who develop periodontitis between 21 and 24 weeks gestation are four to seven times more likely to deliver before week 37.
To avoid these and other health concerns, Dr. Groy recommends an effective at-home oral hygiene routine, as well as regularly scheduled dental exams and cleanings. At least twice each day, brush your teeth with a soft bristle toothbrush. Hold the brush at a 45 degree angle against the gum line and brush in small circular motions. Be sure to brush the outside, inside and biting surface of each tooth, using a short back-and-forth motion. Don’t forget to brush your tongue, too.
Finally, floss between your teeth at least once a day. Flossing helps to remove sticky plaque, which is where the bacteria that causes gum disease hides.
In addition to brushing and flossing at home, Leesburg family dentist Dr. Groy recommends twice yearly dental checkups at which we’ll clean your teeth, remove plaque and tartar, assess the health of your gums, check for tooth decay and conduct an oral cancer screening. Our state-of-the-art dental practice welcomes patients from Leesburg, VA, and the surrounding areas, including Middleburg, Lovettsville, Hamilton, Ashburn, Purcellville, and beyond.
