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Periodontal disease, which is commonly referred to simply as “gum disease” occurs in more than 75 percent of adults, according to The New York Times. Although gum disease is usually believed to be the result of poor oral hygiene habits, in reality, 30 percent or periodontitis sufferers are simply genetically susceptible. The Genetics of Periodontal Disease The biological children of gum disease sufferers are 12 times more likely to have an abundance of the oral bacteria responsible for causing plaque buildup that eventually leads periodontal disease versus children whose parents do not have periodontitis. It is believed that genetic gum disease sufferers have… Read Full Post →

With the plethora of sugary prepackaged juice drinks and sodas on the store shelves these days, it’s nearly impossible for children and parents alike to resist the temptation to indulge. The bad news is that these sweet drinks not only hinder your child’s ability to concentrate, they also pose a significant threat to tooth enamel. Soda Study Recent research published in the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) journal General Dentistry highlighted the citric and/or phosphoric acid content of soft drinks and sugary non-cola drinks. These acids erode your tooth enamel, and though sodas have more acid than juice and other… Read Full Post →

The holidays are a time for good food and great company. While many of us are worried about our growing waistline this time of year, we need not forget about caring for our teeth. Keeping up with the proper brushing and flossing regimen is especially important, as well as, choosing the right foods to eat. We’ve listed foods that have made the naughty and nice lists for dental health. Naughty List Sweets: It’s a generic term, but around Christmas there are so many offerings of cakes, cookies, candies and chocolate. The majority of sweets are hard, sticky and packed full… Read Full Post →

Yellow teeth are truly annoying. They prevent you from having that perfect white smile and can be a detraction in your professional life. They also can really affect your confidence! The problem is that there just doesn’t seem to be a way to avoid it. However, that is not truly the case. By understanding how teeth actually become discolored and turn yellow as well as what your options are, you will be able to figure out the proper steps to restore that perfect white shine. With help from Las Cruces Dental Solutions, we’re sure you’ll get the beaming, white smile… Read Full Post →

Since it’s Halloween, I bet you were thinking your friendly Las Cruces dentists were going to post something about candy and ruin all the fun! We can certainly stress that there are best and worst Halloween candy options for your kids’ teeth. However, we’d rather show you the best dental Halloween costumes this year instead! Darla from Finding Nemo Headgear has never looked more terrifying! It looks like that goldfish is the real deal, too… Image via The Money-Saving Garden The REAL Tooth Fairy There are certainly thousands of tooth fairy costumes out there on the internet, for both old… Read Full Post →

At Las Cruces Dental Solutions, we’re proud to serve the families of our New Mexico communities. We’re also proud of our state as a whole, too! To celebrate New Mexico and all its (dental) glory, we’re taking a look at the teeth of some of New Mexico’s official state animals. Just like with humans, an animal’s teeth (or lack there of) tell you a lot about their diet. When it comes to you and I, teeth types such as molars help us process veggies and fruits by grinding them together. For the more carnivorous among us, our pointed teeth help… Read Full Post →

Today we’re going to talk about the differences between powered and manual toothbrushes and how they affect your oral health. Experts believe that the type of toothbrush you use has a direct impact on how well you remove plaque. So which is better? And why does it have such an impact? It’s all in the details There are some obvious differences between the two types of toothbrushes, mainly one being powered by electricity and the other by your own brute force. Also, some electric toothbrushes spin in a circular motion that is difficult to replicate manually. But which one is… Read Full Post →

In honor of the historic 4th of July weekend coming up, Las Cruces Dental Solutions wanted to celebrate the history of American Dentistry! People have been concerned with tooth care for as long as people have had teeth – that is to say, forever. As far back as 5000 BC, there are mentions of causes of tooth decay (“tooth worms”), and the earliest reference to a dental practitioner comes from Egypt around 2600 BC. But what about American dentistry? Just like our great country, dentistry in the United States has come a long way, baby. But to know just how… Read Full Post →

No, we don’t want you to start putting toothpaste on a hotdog. However, as dentists, we champion the greatness of toothpaste when it comes to caring for a healthy smile. But even we can admit there are other uses for this unsung bathroom hero that you might not even know about. Below are some of our favorite, unexpected uses for toothpaste. There are literally hundreds more on lists around the web (try here, here and here!). These were just some of the ones we found the most useful and effective. Cleaning with Toothpaste Jewelry Use a spare toothbrush and a… Read Full Post →

What to do in a Dental Emergency So, you have a tooth that’s been knocked out. Do you know what to do? Fear not, your friendly Las Cruces dentists are here to let you know the proper steps to take. 1) Don’t Panic The most important thing to remember is to give yourself a moment to take a deep breath. 2) Act Quickly Speed is of the essence when your tooth has been knocked out. The faster you are able to get to your dentist, the better! If you are not in severe pain, you can consider checking your dental… Read Full Post →