Jensen Dental Hygiene

04/12/2026

It's not 'just a cleaning’ it’s clinically incorrect.

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03/13/2026

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Most parents think brushing and flossing are mainly about preventing cavities.

But in some children, oral health can affect something far beyond the mouth — the heart.

The mouth naturally contains hundreds of types of bacteria. When teeth and gums are healthy, these microbes usually stay under control. However, untreated cavities, gum inflammation, or poor oral hygiene can allow harmful bacteria to multiply and occasionally enter the bloodstream, especially during everyday activities like brushing or chewing.

For most healthy children, the immune system quickly clears these bacteria. But in children with certain heart conditions — such as congenital heart defects, prosthetic heart valves, or surgically repaired heart tissue — circulating bacteria can sometimes attach to vulnerable areas inside the heart.

This may lead to infective endocarditis, a rare but serious infection of the inner lining of the heart.

Although uncommon, infective endocarditis can require intensive medical care, including long courses of intravenous antibiotics and sometimes heart surgery. Because of this risk, pediatric cardiologists and dentists often work closely together to identify children who may need additional precautions during dental treatment.

The encouraging news is that prevention begins with simple daily habits.

Regular brushing and flossing, routine dental checkups, and limiting frequent sugary snacks help control harmful oral bacteria. For children with certain heart conditions, doctors may also recommend preventive antibiotics before specific dental procedures to reduce the risk of infection.

In other words, protecting a child’s mouth is also part of protecting their heart.

Oral health is not separate from overall health — and small daily habits can play an important role in keeping the entire body healthy.

▪️Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional dental advice.

01/28/2026

10/25/2025

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Many people hear “radiation” and instantly feel uneasy, but dental X-rays are actually among the safest medical imaging procedures available today. The amount of radiation is tiny — comparable to natural sources we encounter every day without realizing it.

Eating a banana exposes you to natural background radiation from potassium. A single dental X-ray gives about the same dose as eating a few bananas.

Spending a few minutes outdoors in sunlight gives you more natural radiation exposure than a dental X-ray.

A short airplane flight exposes your body to several times more radiation than a full-mouth series of dental X-rays.

Thanks to modern digital sensors, today’s X-rays require up to 90% less radiation than old film systems, yet they produce sharper, clearer, and more diagnostic images.

Dentists also take strict safety measures — lead aprons, thyroid collars, and careful adherence to the ALARA principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable). Every X-ray is taken only when it has a clear clinical benefit.

In short, the radiation from dental X-rays is minimal, carefully regulated, and far outweighed by their diagnostic value. They help protect your oral and overall health — not put it at risk.

Disclaimer: This post is for educational awareness only and is not a substitute for a professional medical or dental evaluation.

10/18/2025

Open evenings and weekends: Tues, Sat, Sun! Located in Ferintosh Alberta. Call or text to book an appointment 780-679-8898

08/17/2025

Services provided:
Dental Hygiene Exam
Digital X-rays
Scaling
Polishing
Fluoride treatments

07/25/2025

Open Tuesday, Saturday and Sundays!

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-Dental hygiene exam necessary to make sure there are no contraindications to the whitening treatments.

02/01/2025

Happy Valentine's Day 💘
Enjoy those Sweets and Take Care of Your Teeth! From Jensen Dental Hygiene 780-679-8898

Services provided:
Dental Hygiene Exam
Digital X-rays
Scaling
Polishing
Fluoride treatments

08/11/2024

Jensen Dental Hygiene
780-679-8898
318 main Street, Ferintosh A.B

07/09/2024

Jensen Dental Hygiene will be closed from July 20-29th for Holidays. If you have any inquiries leave me a message, 780-679-8898 and we will get back to you on July 29, 2024