by lfda | Dec 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the official holiday for ushering in the new year. The idea was to yell, cheer, and blow horns to scare...
by lfda | Dec 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
When most people think of complications of diabetes, they think of an increased risk of blindness, limb amputation, heart disease, and neuropathy. However, Dr. Razdolsky and Dr. Tincher and our team want you to know that emerging research is revealing a possible...
by lfda | Dec 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
The earliest sign of gum disease is called gingivitis (sometimes called periodontal disease), and is an inflammation of the gums. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to gum tissue loss, loss of bone that supports the teeth, and eventually tooth loss. The good news...
by lfda | Dec 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
Are energy drinks bad for your teeth? Many of our patients at Lake Forest Dental Associates ask us this question, so here’s the scoop. Energy drinks have been on the rise, taking up more and more space on grocery store shelves. Drinks such as Red Bull, 5-Hour Energy,...
by lfda | Nov 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
Our team at Lake Forest Dental Associates will tell you brushing on a regular basis is critical for a healthy mouth, but you can definitely overdo a good thing. Known as “toothbrush abrasion,” over brushing can lead to sensitive teeth and receding gums, not to mention...
