Dr. Jessa Apostol Paculanang Dental Clinic

Dr. Jessa Apostol Paculanang Dental Clinic Clinic Hours: 9am-12nn , 2pm-5pm (mondAy-Friday)

> 🦷✨ A healthy smile is a happy smile!Thank you to our lovely patients for trusting us with your dental care.Seeing your...
20/09/2025

> 🦷✨ A healthy smile is a happy smile!

Thank you to our lovely patients for trusting us with your dental care.

Seeing your confidence grow after each visit is why we do what we do 💙

🪥 Whether it's a routine cleaning, braces, or a smile makeover — we're here to give you the care you deserve.

📍 Visit us at [door 3, tmnt bldg, dona vicenta village, bajada, davao City]
📞 Book your appointment now: [09654505212]

. JESSA APOSTOL Paculanang Dental Clinic

15/09/2025

Why Flossing Is Important

1. Prevents Gum Disease (Gingivitis & Periodontitis)

Flossing removes plaque from between teeth, reducing gum inflammation

Helps prevent bleeding, swelling, and gum infection

2. Prevents Cavities

Food stuck between teeth leads to acid and bacteria buildup

Flossing helps avoid tooth decay in areas where brushing can't reach

3. Keeps Breath Fresh

Leftover food between teeth causes bad breath (halitosis)

Flossing removes the hidden cause of odor

4. Protects Overall Health

Poor oral hygiene is linked to heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory issues

Healthy gums help support a healthy body

5. Saves Money on Dental Treatments

Preventing problems like gum disease or cavities early avoids costly dental procedures later (like fillings, root canals, or gum surgery)

14/09/2025

🦷 Effects of Losing a Tooth (Permanent)

1. ✅ Difficulty in Chewing

Makes it harder to chew food properly

Can lead to poor digestion or avoiding certain healthy foods

2. 🎤 Speech Problems

Missing teeth (especially front teeth) can affect pronunciation

May cause lisps or unclear speech

3. 🦴 Bone Loss (Jawbone Shrinkage)

The jawbone under the missing tooth starts to shrink (resorb)

This weakens the foundation for other teeth

4. 😬 Shifting of Nearby Teeth

Neighboring teeth move into the gap

Can cause crooked teeth or bite problems

5. 😟 Facial Sagging

Missing multiple teeth causes the cheeks and lips to sink inward

Gives a person an older appearance

6. ⚠️ Gum and Bite Issues

Uneven bite leads to jaw pain (TMJ), headaches, or tooth wear

Food can get trapped in the gap, leading to gum infections or decay

7. 🧠 Lower Confidence and Self-Esteem

Affects the way you smile or talk

Some people avoid social situations because of missing teeth

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🩺 Long-Term Effects if Not Replaced

Risk of losing more teeth

Possible nutritional issues

Worsened overall oral health

Expensive or complicated treatment later on

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✅ Tooth Replacement Options

Dental Implants – permanent, natural-looking

Bridges – fixed replacement using nearby teeth

Dentures – removable (partial or full)

Orthodontics – if alignment is affected

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13/09/2025

Bruxism (Clenching or Grinding of Teeth)

Bruxism is the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth, often occurring during sleep (called sleep bruxism), but it can also happen during the day (awake bruxism). It affects both children and adults and can lead to serious dental and health problems if untreated.

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🦷 Causes of Bruxism

Stress or anxiety (most common cause)

Sleep disorders (like sleep apnea)

Abnormal bite or crooked teeth

Lifestyle factors (caffeine, alcohol, smoking)

Certain medications (like antidepressants)

Neurological conditions (e.g., Parkinson's disease)

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⚠️ Signs and Symptoms

Worn-down teeth or flattened biting surfaces

Tooth sensitivity or pain

Jaw pain or tightness

Clicking or popping in the jaw (TMJ issues)

Headaches, especially in the morning

Earaches (not caused by ear infection)

Sleep disturbance (for partner or self)

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😵‍💫 Possible Complications

Cracked or chipped teeth

Tooth loss (in severe cases)

Gum recession

Jaw disorders (TMJ dysfunction)

Facial pain

Poor sleep quality

12/09/2025

Importance of Braces

1. Corrects Misaligned Teeth

Straightens crooked or crowded teeth

Closes gaps between teeth

Improves bite (how your teeth come together)

2. Improves Oral Health

Aligned teeth are easier to clean

Reduces risk of cavities, gum disease, and bad breath

3. Prevents Jaw Problems

Helps correct overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite

Reduces strain on the jaw muscles and joints, preventing pain (TMJ problems)

4. Boosts Confidence

Enhances smile appearance

Increases self-esteem in social and professional settings

5. Helps with Proper Chewing and Speech

Correct tooth alignment improves:

Chewing efficiency

Clear speech, especially in children

6. Prevents Long-term Damage

Misaligned teeth can cause wear and tear on certain teeth

Braces help distribute pressure evenly across all teeth

🧼 REMEMBER: While Wearing Braces

Maintain excellent oral hygiene (brushing, flossing)

Avoid sticky, hard foods

Visit your orthodontist regularly

11/09/2025

Periodontitis in older adults is a serious gum infection that affects the soft tissue and bone supporting the teeth. It’s more common and severe in older people due to aging, long-term plaque buildup, and sometimes poor oral hygiene or systemic health conditions like diabetes.

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🦷 What Is Periodontitis?

Periodontitis is the advanced stage of gum disease (starting from gingivitis). It involves:

Gum inflammation and recession

Formation of deep pockets between teeth and gums

Loss of bone supporting the teeth

Possible tooth mobility and tooth loss

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👵 Why It’s Common in Older Adults:

1. Years of plaque buildup

2. Weakened immune system due to aging

3. Dry mouth (caused by medications)

4. Less frequent dental visits

5. Systemic diseases (e.g., diabetes, heart disease)
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🔍 Symptoms to Watch For:

Red, swollen, or bleeding gums

Persistent bad breath

Loose teeth

Pain when chewing

Gum recession (teeth look longer)

23/08/2025

Disadvantages of Biting Nails

1. Spreads Harmful Germs

Dirty nails carry bacteria, viruses, and fungi from everything you touch.

These can cause stomach infections, diarrhea, colds, or flu.

2. Causes Mouth Infections

Germs from dirty nails can lead to painful mouth sores or gum infections.

3. Damages Teeth

Constant biting can chip teeth, wear down enamel, and cause sensitivity.

4. Injures Gums

Sharp nail edges or dirt can scratch gums, making it easier for germs to enter and cause swelling.

5. Bad Breath

Bacteria from dirty nails can leave an unpleasant smell in your mouth.

22/08/2025

Disadvantages of Eating Candies

1. Tooth Decay & Cavities

Candies are high in sugar, which feeds bacteria in your mouth.

These bacteria produce acid that attacks your tooth enamel.

2. Gum Problems

Sticky candies can cling to teeth and gums, increasing the risk of gingivitis and periodontitis.

3. Tooth Sensitivity

Frequent sugar attacks weaken enamel, making teeth more sensitive to hot, cold, or sweet foods.

4. Weight Gain & Poor Nutrition

Candies are high in calories but low in nutrients.

Too much sugar can contribute to obesity and displace healthier food choices.

5. Risk for Other Diseases

Excess sugar increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic problems.

21/08/2025

Flossing is just as important as brushing because your toothbrush can’t reach all the tight spaces between your teeth. Without flossing, you’re leaving behind plaque and food that can cause serious problems over time.

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Importance of Flossing Teeth

1. Removes Hidden Plaque & Food

Floss cleans between teeth and under the gumline where toothbrush bristles can’t reach.

2. Prevents Cavities Between Teeth

Most cavities in adults start in these hard-to-reach areas.

3. Keeps Gums Healthy

Flossing prevents gum inflammation (gingivitis) and more serious gum disease (periodontitis).

4. Reduces Bad Breath

Food stuck between teeth can rot and cause an unpleasant odor.

5. Protects Overall Health

Healthy gums lower the risk of bacteria entering your bloodstream, which can affect the heart and other organs.

20/08/2025

Brushing your teeth and keeping good oral hygiene when you have braces is extra important because braces can trap food and make cleaning harder. Poor care can cause problems that delay treatment or damage your teeth.

19/08/2025

Why Good Oral Hygiene Matters for Your Heart & Organs

1. Prevents Bacteria from Spreading

Poor oral hygiene allows harmful bacteria to grow in your mouth.

These bacteria can enter your bloodstream through inflamed gums and travel to the heart, lungs, and other organs.

2. Lowers Risk of Heart Disease

Gum disease (periodontitis) is linked to endocarditis (infection of the heart lining) and a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes.

3. Protects Other Organs

Oral bacteria can worsen conditions like diabetes, respiratory infections, and even kidney disease.

For people with weak immune systems, mouth infections can be especially dangerous.

4. Reduces Inflammation

Chronic gum infections cause ongoing inflammation in the body, which can damage blood vessels and organs over time.

18/08/2025

Simple decay or cavities, if left untreated, will lead to bigger and deeper tooth damage that can cause:

1. Tooth sensitivity – pain when eating hot, cold, or sweet foods.

2. Severe toothache – as the decay reaches the inner nerve.

3. Pulp infection – bacteria enter the pulp (nerve and blood supply), leading to an abscess.

4. Tooth fracture – weakened structure can break easily.

5. Tooth loss – the tooth may eventually need to be removed.

6. Spread of infection – bacteria can affect nearby teeth, gums, or even spread to other parts of the body.

🦷 Bottom line: Early treatment (filling) stops decay before it turns into pain, infection, or tooth loss.

Address

TMNT BLDG. , Door 3 SURVEYOR ST. DONA VICENTA VILLAGE, BAJADA, DAVAO CITY ( CHOWKING Papasok Na Tapat V-plaza) And BAYBAY Street Barangay LUCOD, BAGANGA, DAVAO ORIENTAL
Davao City
8000

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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