Dental Associates of Maitland

05/30/2023

At Maitland Rotary we reviewed the year of Mateo, the recipient of our Club’s exchange! He experienced the best of Central Florida and was able to visit Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. He made terrific friends with the other exchange students and most of his High School class. He will travel to the West Coast of America before returning to Milan. This represents Rotary’s cultural exchange.

08/01/2022

Another great reason to take quality radiographs(X-rays) of your teeth:

Study evaluates pulp calcifications in patients with heart disease
A meta-analysis of studies found a low level of evidence showing that people with cardiovascular disease have a greater likelihood of having pulp calcifications, compared with those without heart disease, according to Medical Dialogues. The study was published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice. Full Story: Medical Dialogues (7/20)

We help members of our patient family achieve optimum health. Call for an appointment at 407-629-4220.

10/13/2021

Serving Florida Dentists at the American Dental Association annual House of Delegates.

09/20/2021

Exercise may be a key to living longer
Exercise may be a key to living longer
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Recent studies following more than 10,000 adults over decades show that premature death risk may be reduced as much as 70% in individuals who get enough exercise, The New York Times reported. About 7,000 steps per day or 2.5 hours per week of active sports could positively affect longevity, according to the studies in JAMA Network Open and Mayo Clinic Proceedings.

Clean teeth will enhance your life and style as well. Daily cleaning and exercise are promoted at Dental Associates of Maitland. Put our phone number on your to do list. We are here to help you live longer at 407-629-4220.

08/02/2021

Many ask, I avoid the Sparkling Beverage.
Is Sparkling Water Bad for My Teeth?
glass of sparkling water

Is the satisfying fizz of your favorite sparkling water putting you at risk for tooth decay? Because any drink with carbonation—including sparkling water—has a higher acid level, some reports have questioned whether sipping sparkling water will weaken your tooth enamel (the hard outer shell of your teeth where cavities first form).
So, Is Sparkling Water Affecting My Teeth?

According to available research, sparkling water is generally fine for your teeth—and here's why. In a study using teeth that were removed as a part of treatment and donated for research, researchers tested to see whether sparkling water would attack tooth enamel more aggressively than regular lab water. The result? The two forms of water were about the same in their effects on tooth enamel. This finding suggests that, even though sparkling water is slightly more acidic than ordinary water, it's all just water to your teeth.
Tips for Enjoying Sparkling Water—and Protecting Your Teeth

Sparkling water is far better for your teeth than sugary drinks. In addition, be sure to drink plenty of regular, fluoridated water, too—it’s the best beverage for your teeth. Water with fluoride naturally helps fight cavities, washes away the leftover food cavity-causing bacteria feast on and keeps your mouth from becoming dry (which can put you at a higher risk of cavities).

Be mindful of what’s in your sparkling water. Citrus-flavored waters often have higher acid levels that does increase the risk of damage to your enamel. Plan to enjoy these in one sitting or with meals. This way, you aren’t sipping it throughout the day and exposing your teeth over and over again to the slightly higher level of acid it contains.

Sparkling water brands with added sugar can no longer be considered just sparkling water. They are a sugar-sweetened beverage, which can contribute to your risk of developing cavities. So remember—sparkling or not—plain water is always the best choice.

07/04/2021

Appreciate clean teeth and brushing technique:

06/09/2021

We talk about stress induced bad habits, here is another view:
Since the start of the pandemic, fewer people have gone to the dentist -- and it's causing some serious issues.

Since the start of the pandemic, fewer people have gone to the dentist -- and it's causing some serious issues.

06/08/2021

A study reported in the Journal of the American Dental As-sociation found that dentists had experienced a 2.6% cumu-lative COVID-19 infection rate as of November 2020, with monthly incidence rates ranging from 0.2% to 1.1% and averaging 0.5% over six months. This infection rate is far below that of other health care workers, such as physicians and nurses, ADA News reports.

To this writing, there are no reported cases of COVID transmission between and Dentist and patient. Our barriers work!

Let us care for you and your smile. Call us at 407-629-4220.

06/04/2021

Even NASA wishes to reduce dental disease.

SpaceX to carry oral health research to space station
The SpaceX CRS-22 mission scheduled from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida will carry supplies for the International Space Station and materials for a research project that includes saliva and oral bacteria from dental clinic patients at the University of Nevada at Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports that the ISS crew will use test kits developed by UNLV researchers to simulate bacterial growth on a tooth-like surface to help scientists study the development of oral biofilms that can lead to caries and gum disease. Colgate-Palmolive is a partner in the research project.
Full Story: Las Vegas Review-Journal (tiered subscription model) (6/2)

We can help you keep your smile bright. Call us at 407-629-4220.

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04/20/2021

You have to appreciate what you are eating. and not just the view, aroma, and flavor. Remarkably, A study in JAMA Network Open found that 65% of restaurant meals for adults and 80% of those for children in 2018 had low nutritional value, as did 44% of adult meals and 52% of children's meals from food trucks and entertainment venues, CNN and United Press International report. Meanwhile, 24% of meals consumed by children from their schools were unhealthful, making schools the "single healthiest place Americans are eating," the researchers said.

Eating well is your best defense toward boosting your immune system. We build healthy teeth for just that. Call us at 407-629-4220.

04/04/2021

Be aware

03/26/2021

Just how are statistics manipulated to conclude trends not associated to the tested group? Try this one: do you believe that persons who control their diets specifically may not be smokers?

Whole grains, dietary fiber may reduce lung cancer risk
Eating whole grains and increasing daily dietary fiber intake may lower the risk for lung cancer, a study in the journal Lung Cancer suggests. The findings, based on data from 113,096 individuals, also showed that higher intake of foods high in glycemic index and refined carbohydrates from processed foods was associated with higher risk for lung cancer, Medical Dialogues reports.
Full Story: Medical Dialogues (3/18)

Avoid the instant mixes and fast foods for your better health!

Make a diary of all that you eat and we will review your choices for your better health. Call us at 407-629-4220.