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Reasons We Still Use Bitewing X-rays |
Posted on 6/7/2021 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| X-rays are a routine part of your dental checkup. We use invisible electro-magnetic waves to give us exact images of your teeth and gums. These x-rays are safe, efficient, and precise. We are able to see even a microscopic amount of tooth decay on x-rays that cannot be detected to the naked eye. Taking Bitewings Bitewings are a specific type of x-ray that we commonly utilize to help alert us to gum disease and cavities on all surfaces of the teeth and between the teeth. The name bitewing is coined after the small tabs that the patient bites to hold the x-ray film in place. Our technician places the frame inside the mouth of the patient and asks them to bite down on the tabs. As the patient is still, the technician positions the camera, which will produce a safe amount of x-ray energy to expose the film. This process is very quick for both the patient and the technician. Within a few minutes, we can take bitewing x-rays that will allow us to uncover a myriad of dental issues. While... Read more... |
How Endurance Training Could Negatively Impact Your Oral Health |
Posted on 5/24/2021 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| When considering overall health, the mouth seems to be just a small part. It is sometimes forgotten how essential the mouth and teeth are in keeping the rest of our body healthy. The mouth is the gateway for breathing, eating, and drinking. The digestive process begins with the mouth, so it is important that it is not forgotten when it comes to healthcare. Endurance athletes are at a higher risk for dental erosion due to the consumption needed and what the body goes through. Consumption During Endurance Training It is no secret that endurance training is tough, but it can be great for the body and the individual. In order for the body to keep up with endurance training, athletes may put a lot in their body, and sometimes treat it roughly. Sports drinks helps spare muscle glycogen, and may help replenish electrolytes. However, sports drinks negatively affect the teeth by increasing acid producing bacteria. Sports drinks may also include phosphoric acid and citric acid, which is... Read more... |
What are Wisdom Teeth? |
Posted on 5/10/2021 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| Like most body parts, your mouth also changes in your lifetime. One natural change that usually occurs in your teens and young adulthood is the growth of your wisdom teeth (third molars). In most cases, wisdom teeth grow crooked or sideways and push on other teeth, causing problems such as overcrowding, misalignment, and pain. Most people experience constant pain, while others only experience discomfort when chewing food. At Pacific Modern Dentistry, Dr. Jae Seon Kim and Dr. Kim can recommend corrective course of action depending on your pain and the wisdom tooth's alignment. Function and Purpose of Wisdom Teeth Dentists believe that wisdom teeth are evolutionary relics that helped our distant ancestors eat rougher foods like raw meat and reed plants. They served as replacements in case of teeth wearing down or falling out. Today, we don't need these replacement teeth, thanks to advancements in oral hygiene and cooked meals. However, they still grow, causing overcrowding... Read more... |
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