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June 26, 2022

Can Dental Issues Cause Headaches?

Do you find yourself getting frequent headaches? Headaches can be associated with certain dental issues. For example:

Dental Injuries

Any dental injury that damages a tooth can potentially cause chronic headaches. For example, if your tooth is broken and the nerve is exposed, it can irritate the trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V). This nerve is connected to special sensors throughout your face, including your teeth. Abnormal activation of this nerve is associated with migraines and headaches. Other common dental injuries that can lead to headaches are cracked teeth, broken tooth restorations, and chipped teeth.

Tooth Infections

If a tooth becomes infected, the infection can cause a buildup of pus, bacteria, and debris that results in severe nerve pain and discomfort. Infected teeth can result in headaches, nausea, and vomiting. The infection can also spread to other teeth, jaw, and your bloodstream, increasing your risk of tooth loss and sepsis.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder

The temporomandibular joints are the joints that connect the lower jaw to the skull and give the jaw its mobility. TMJ dysfunction, or TMD, is when these joints are damaged or malfunctioning. This is sometimes associated with chronic teeth grinding and clenching. These conditions are linked to headaches from the tension and stiffness in the jaw.

Schedule Your Dental Consultation!

Are you suffering from regular headaches? Headaches can be extremely uncomfortable to manage and can also negatively impact your memory, mood, relationships, productivity, ability to concentrate, and enjoyment of daily activities. The sooner you identify the source of your headaches, the sooner you can get the relief you deserve.

At Serenity Dental Studio in Frisco, our experienced team is committed to helping patients achieve superb oral health, which will thus contribute to a healthier body. Please contact our office to schedule a consultation. We look forward to hearing from you!

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January 31, 2022

Dental Tips to Keep Your Smile Healthy

Want to know more about keeping your teeth and gums clean and healthy? We’re so glad you asked! While every patient is different, here are some simple yet very effective tips for keeping your smile healthy.

1. Brush & Floss Regularly

Establishing a thorough and consistent at-home oral care routine is one of the best ways to keep your smile healthy and clean. Switching out your soft-bristled toothbrush every couple of months and using a fluoridated toothpaste can help keep harmful bacteria at bay. Flossing is an important dental habit that many patients don’t do regularly enough, but it’s very helpful for cleaning in between teeth and preventing cavities and gum disease.

2. Drink Water

Drinking lots of water offers many great benefits for the body, but did you know that staying hydrated can help your smile too? Drinking water while eating or after eating sugary or starchy foods is especially effective, as it helps to rinse food debris from the mouth and reduce plaque. Keeping the mouth from drying out can also reduce the amount of cavity-causing bacteria that are present.

3. Eat Tooth-Friendly Snacks

Foods like apples, carrots, celery, and nuts are not only healthy snack options, they’re beneficial for your teeth too! Chewing these foods helps to scrub the teeth and keep them clean while eating (although they’re not a replacement for daily brushing, of course!). If you’re looking for another delicious snack, cheese is a tooth-friendly option that is full of calcium. Calcium is a mineral that keeps your teeth strong.

4. Schedule Regular Preventive Care

During routine exams, our team can diagnose and treat dental issues early before they become more serious. Professional teeth cleanings allow our hygienists to remove plaque from hard-to-brush areas, like around the gumline and in between teeth. In addition to biannual checkups and cleanings, preventive treatments like fluoride treatments and dental sealants can reduce your risk of tooth decay. We also offer mouthguards for sports and nightguards if you grind your teeth.

Has it been more than six months since you last visited the dentist? Contact us today to schedule your appointment at Serenity Dental Studio!

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November 30, 2021

The Best Foods to Eat Post Oral Surgery

After oral surgery, our team will give you specific care instructions to follow at home. For example, we will recommend you eat soft foods. Hard and crunchy foods can irritate your surgery site. Soft foods will be easy to eat as you recover.

The following foods are safe and comfortable to eat post oral surgery. It’s likely that you already have some of these foods in your home!

  1. Protein Shakes & Smoothies

    2. Protein shakes and smoothies are easy to eat, filling, and nutrient-dense. Getting adequate nutrition will be critical as you recover. Just remember to not drink your beverages with a straw. The sucking of a straw can dislodge the blood clot that is supposed to form at your surgery site. If it gets dislodged, you will experience a painful dry socket.

  2. Mashed Potatoes

    3. Creamy mashed potatoes is a food that doesn’t require much chewing. Potatoes contain many healthful minerals and vitamins, such as vitamin C. Vitamin C helps your body heal after surgery, injury, and infection.

  3. Scrambled Eggs

    4. Scrambled eggs are another nutritional and easy food choice post oral surgery. They contain protein, which is the building block of all your body cells, as well as many disease-fighting nutrients.

We also recommend eating applesauce with no sugar added (just sprinkle with some cinnamon for extra flavor), low-sugar yogurt, steamed broccoli, oatmeal, cream of wheat, and bananas.

Tooth Extraction & Root Canals at Serenity Dental Studio

If you’ve been told you need oral surgery, like a tooth extraction or root canal therapy, visit us here at Serenity Dental Studio! We can thoroughly answer any questions you may have so you can make an informed decision about your oral healthcare. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!

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September 30, 2021

Common Signs of Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, can have serious consequences not just for your dental health but your overall health. If you notice any of the following warning signs, we recommend scheduling a visit with our team!

  1. Change in Gum Color

    2. Healthy gums are supposed to be pink, so if you start to notice that your gums appear bright red, dark red, or even purplish, that can be a sign that they are not as healthy as they should be.

  2. Gum Bleeding

    3. It’s normal to accidentally brush too hard every once in a while and notice a little blood. However, if your gums bleed frequently or every time you brush, that is not a sign of healthy gums. Sores or pus on the gums or in between teeth can occur as well. You should be able to gently brush your teeth and gums without noticing any blood.

  3. Inflammation

    4. If your gums look puffy or swollen or if they are tender to the touch, these indicate they are irritated and inflamed.

  4. Receding Gums & Loose Teeth

    5. As tartar begins to collect underneath the gumline, the gums can begin to pull away from the teeth and expose more of each tooth. Should the gums recede too much, the teeth will not be as stable as they should be, and they can begin to feel loose. When periodontal disease becomes advanced, it can actually lead to one or more teeth falling out.

  5. Persistent Bad Breath

    6. If you notice that your breath is not as fresh as usual or you often have a bad taste in your mouth, it could indicate gum disease.

Periodontal Therapy & More at Serenity Dental Studio

Treating your gum disease and improving your oral health habits is critical to preserve your natural teeth and jawbone and protect yourself from infection. We recommend improving your oral care routine, drinking more water, consuming a balanced diet, and visiting us here at Serenity Dental Studio for help improving your gum health. Contact us to schedule a visit with our team so we can examine your mouth and develop a personalized care plan based on your unique needs!

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