Audubon Oral Health Center

07/23/2022

03/24/2016

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As Seen on IBN Swapping the Drill for Dental Lasers

03/10/2016

02/18/2016

Why You Should Choose a Laser Dentist for Gum Disease Treatment

Periodontal disease is a gum infection caused by polymicrobial bacteria. Bacteria multiply and travel along the tooth root surfaces and produce a hard substance known as tartar. The gums becomes red and puffy in response to the presence of bacteria, eventually culminating in tooth loss, bone loss, or even heart disease if left untreated. Laser dentists offer alternatives to traditional treatment.

Traditional gum disease treatment

Traditional chairside protocol consists of scraping with sharp instruments and ultrasonic scalers to remove tartar, biofilm, and toxic bacteria from tooth root surfaces. Traditional treatment can cause bleeding, swelling, and pain.

A better alternative

According to the American Dental Association, many clinicians choose lasers over traditional treatment because they prefer non-surgical management of periodontal disease. Lasers use tiny beams of light to eradicate harmful bacteria. Laser technology demonstrates positive effects on decreasing bacteria, removing calculus, assisting in tissue reattachment, and biostimulation for better healing.

The benefits of laser treatment

Lasers are considered leading-edge treatment for periodontal disease. Advantages of laser treatment include:

Enhanced success
Reduced anxiety in patients
Eliminated drill noise
Eliminated noisy ultrasonic instruments
Reduced bleeding
Sealed periodontal pockets
Reduced gum trauma
Reduced or eliminated tooth loss
Minimized swelling during treatment
Faster healing time

The American Dental Association is optimistic about the role of laser technology in the field of dentistry. Most insurance plans cover laser treatment. Ask your doctor about laser therapy for gum disease management.

01/14/2016

We want to wish everyone a belated Happy New Year!! Make sure to come in and and your teeth shiny and clean.

12/03/2015

We always love hearing feed back from our patients. This one was especially nice to recieve.

10/15/2015

This little boy got fillings done with a waterlase iplus laser. He's a happy patient. No needle, no drill, no problem :)


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This is "6yr Old Patient Andrew All Smiles after Waterlase Treatment" by BIOLASE, Inc. on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love…

06/04/2015

We came across this photo the other day and thought what a great way to remind our patients to thoroughly brush and rinse all partials or dentures every night before bed! Carefully place them in your case, (far out of reach from your furry children) until the next morning.

02/12/2015

Here at AOHC we offer the newest technology in Dental health and restorations. Check out what CNBC has to say about our laser! COOL HUH?

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WaterLase is a safe and gentle alternative to traditional dental tools. Using laser and water spray, WaterLase can perform many procedures without a shot or ...

02/02/2015

Up to 3,000 times the bacterial growth found on hollow-head toothbrushes!! (read the full article below).
Stop in and pick up one of our Oral-B Triumph electric toothbrush. Get a happy healthy mouth for a great price!

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FEATURES
3D Cleaning Action: Oscillating-rotating technology pulsates to loosen plaque and oscillates to sweep it away

LCD Display: provides while-you-brush feedback

Brushing guide: Helps guide you through the four areas of the mouth so it’s easy to complete your recommended cleaning time of 30 seconds per section

Professional timer: Two-minute timer with 30-second intervals makes it easy to track how long you’ve been brushing

Visual pressure sensor: Notifies you when you’re brushing too hard
Four customized brushing modes:

Clean: Provides outstanding plaque removal for the confidence of exceptional whole-mouth cleaning every day

Massage: Gently massages gums

Polish: Gently removes surface stains for naturally whiter teeth and a beautiful smile

Sensitive: Offers a more gentle approach toward getting a thorough brushing for your teeth and gums

Micropulse bristles: Sweep away food and plaque (Included on FlossAction Brushhead)

Multiple attachment brush heads with compact, round design
Pro Bright™ Brush Head with polishing cup: Dentist inspired to help naturally whiten teeth in only 21 days*

Oral-B FlossActionä Brush Head: Gently penetrates between teeth to sweep away plaque for a floss-like clean**

Ergonomically designed waterproof handle

Base station toothbrush holder with protective cover

Portable SmartPlug charger: Makes charging at home—and on the go—stylish and convenient

Travel toothbrush case: Technically designed and specifically styled to protect your Triumph brush anywhere you go

Rechargeable: No need to replace batteries

* vs. Oral-B Precision Clean Brush Head; whitens teeth by gently removing surface stains.
**Does not replace flossing.

01/26/2015

Diabetes And Oral Health

Be Aware

Several types of health conditions contribute to poor healing of oral tissues. But people with diabetes should be always be aware that they are at risk for poor healing from any type of dental problem.

Diabetes Discussed

Diabetes is one of the most common endocrine disorders. People with diabetes are at greater risk for infections and often suffer from dry mouth, which can promote tooth decay and gingivitis. And because people with diabetes are also prone to poor healing of oral tissues, gingivitis can be more difficult to treat if it does occur. This is why a regular oral care routine is especially important. If you have sensitive teeth or gums, choose a toothbrush with soft bristles and a soft floss to minimize discomfort.

Tell Your Dentist

If you have diabetes, be sure to tell your dentist. He or she may want results from a blood test to show how well you control your condition. A hemoglobin A1C level less than seven percent is considered well-controlled diabetes, while levels of eight percent or higher indicate poor control. Most people with diabetes don't require any special dental care but it is a good idea to ask your dentist and physician to talk to make sure there are no special recommendations for you.

Check With Your Dentist

Also, if you have orthodontic work done and have diabetes, be sure to check with your dentist immediately if any wires or brackets are damaged so they can be repaired before a sore forms.