According to recent findings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), half of Americans aged 30 or older have periodontitis, the more advanced form of periodontal disease. This equals approximately 64.7 million Americans.

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Halloween is just around the corner, and while children are excited at the prospects of extra candy and sugar, dentists are cringing.

While the effects of sugar may not be noticeable right away, too much sugar can quickly lead to tooth decay and cavities, resulting in a need for dental procedures like composite fillings, crowns and root canals.

Earlier this month the American Dental Association released information about dental fillings — a restorative procedure performed to treat tooth decay and cavities.

It wouldn’t be National Dental Hygiene Month without talking about our talented dental hygienist, Artemis!

You probably know that a dental hygienist performs dental cleanings, but you may not know the role hygienist plays at a dental office. Dental hygienists work closely with dentists, specialists and front and back office staff. Beyond performing routine and periodontal cleanings, hygienists take dental x-rays, place sealants, clean rooms, sterilize instruments and much more. They also help educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques.

Have you ever woken up with a headache or stiffness in the jaw? Or has your dentist ever reported wear on you teeth from grinding?

If so, you may suffer from bruxism — involuntary grinding of the teeth, usually during sleep. Bruxism can also present itself during the daytime, sometimes caused by stress, a misaligned bite, or excessive caffeine.

Periodontal disease has never been more relevant.

New research shows hospitalized coronavirus patients are more likely to die of respiratory failure if they suffered from periodontitis before contracting COVID-19, according to an international team of dental researchers.

Dentists play a big part in managing the personal dental care of individuals. Dentists check your teeth and mouth for signs of cavities and gum disease.

Many are interested in teeth whitening products to obtain a good smile like that of celebrities.

You can have whiter and radiant teeth by using whitening toothpaste. Nevertheless, ensure that such whitening toothpaste contains fluoride as well as other ingredients that ward off plaque and tartar.

Some people feel guilty because they neglected or abused their teeth as a child or when they were growing up. They did not brush regularly, smoked cigarettes, drank coffee, and more. Maybe that is the way you are feeling. You may be self-conscious when you smile. If you are seeing yellowish color tinge on your teeth or experiencing severe sensitivity to hot or cold food items, you still have the opportunity to do better with your dental care.

We look forward to visiting the California Dental Association’s convention every year! It’s a great resource for our team to check out the latest in dental equipment and technology and continue our dental education. This year Dr. Sahar Moeini and our hygienist visited the show at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Dr. Fabrizio Dall’Olmo has been practicing in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas since 1998 and joined Dentex Dental in 2014. As a periodontist, he specializes in the supporting structures of the teeth – like the gums and bone construction – and the diseases and conditions that affect those structures. He performs periodontal surgeries including tissue grafting, dental implants, bone grafting, complex extractions and other related procedures.

If you've ever met Dr. Steve Wolf you'll be in good spirits right away because of his infectious laugh and warm personality. But beyond his kind demeanor and good sense of humor, Dr. Wolf's decades of experience practicing in Michigan and California equip him with an expansive knowledge of the periodontal specialty as well as overall dental health and well-being.

Since joining Dentex Dental Specialty Group in 2015, Dr. Sahar Moeini has become an integral part of our team. Dr. Moeini provides expert dental care for all fields of dentistry, with an emphasis on comprehensive treatment and restorative dentistry.