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Visit Dr. Tom Dudney at Greystone Smile Design. To schedule an appointment, call 205-433-9452.
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Trent H. Buchanan, D.M.D., of Greystone Smile Design, recently completed the requirements for the prestigious Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry and will be recognized for his accomplishments at the July 2010 meeting in New Orleans.
Requirements consist of:
- Completion of 500 hours of approved dental continuing education credit.
- Successful completion of the Fellowship Examination. The exam includes material from all dental disciplines and strongly emphasizes clinical applications of accepted dental knowledge, techniques, and procedures.
The mission of the Academy of General Dentistry is to serve the needs and represent the interest of general dentists, to promote the oral health of the public, and to foster continued proficiency of general dentists through quality continuing dental education in order to better serve the public.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Buchanan at Greystone Smile Design, call 205-433-9452.
Other Noteworthy Accomplishments by Dr. Buchanan:
The Art of Endodontics Certificate
Journal of the Academy of General Dentistry Article
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In the U.S., a person dies of oral cancer every hour. When detected in the late stages, the 5-year survival rate is 22%, compared to 80% when detected early. The main risk factors are chronic smoking and heavy alcohol consumption, with a male to female ratio of 6:1 Just recently, a new risk factor was thrown into the mix – the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). It is now believed that 25-30% of oral cancer is related to HPV, moving the male to female ratio to 2:1. What does this mean? – it means that everyone, young and old, male or female, is at risk – and everyone should see their dentist for an oral cancer screening at least once each year.
During pregnancy, there are many unique physiologic changes that can have a detrimental effect on oral health.
Hormonal changes, morning sickness, poor diet, and an increased gag reflex are obstacles that can put the expectant mother at risk for tooth decay and gingivitis. Becoming knowledgeable regarding the causes of dental disease and adopting good oral hygiene practices are even more necessary at this time.
Don’t tell the school teachers, but YES!
Two ways chewing gum can aid in the cleaning of teeth: 1) Gum actually mechanically cleans teeth as you chew, and 2) Gum acts to promote saliva which can decrease the bacteria, decrease acidity, and remineralize teeth.
So, let me back up – Bacteria in the mouth produces lactic acid which causes a demineralization (cavity) of enamel – and gum helps fight all three!
Watch this video as Whoopie Goldberg Talks About Gum Disease on The View.
Gum disease or periodontal disease is a bacterial infection that causes loss of bone support surrounding the teeth. The primary etiology consist of certain species of bacteria, while secondary factors include genetics, hormones, medications, smoking, alcohol, stress, diabetes, obesity, poor oral hygiene, dry mouth, and poor diet.
The Link Between the Mouth and the Body
New research is available showing how infection from the teeth and gums is directly related to illnesses in the rest of the body.
Bacterial infections in the mouth can be a major factor in the development of several systemic diseases. These new risk factors have disproven the fallacy that the mouth is a separate entity when compared to the entire body. These findings also allow dentists and physicians to join together in treatment modalities for the betterment of their patient’s overall health.
7 Tips for Handling Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies are unfortunate tangibles of life and have proven to be inevitable in today’s active lifestyles. The baseball to the face or the elbow to the lip usually happens at the most inopportune time, adding havoc to an already busy schedule.
Emergencies, including injuries, pain, and swellings, can be potentially serious and should not be ignored. The common theme in this post is simple: SEE YOUR DENTIST! But, what do you do in the meantime? And, what if your dentist office is not open or you can’t get an answer on the emergency line? Read on for information on what to do in these ill-timed situations.
Several people have informed me that they periodically suffer from bad breath but have never been instructed on how to treat it. Bad breath, or halitosis, can cause self-esteem and self-confidence issues, and many are embarrassed to discuss the matter at their regular dental visits. It’s a sore subject, but the good news is that the condition is not permanent and totally treatable!
Here are a few easy tips to bring back the “freshness”:
