Did You Know

There are many interesting facts that people are surprised to hear are dental related. Listed below are just a few. If you would like more information on these or other facts, please contact one of our professional team members at Precision Dental Care.

Bedwetting can be linked to an airway problem in children. Your dentist may be able to assess your child's risks.
Snoring is never normal and can be a sign of sleep apnea, a life-threatening condition.
Some migraines can be caused by clenching or grinding the teeth.
Research shows that periodontal disease is linked to other serious ailments such as diabetes, stroke, heart disease, premature/low birth-weight babies and pancreatic cancer. Check out these 8 warning signs of gum disease.
One person dies every hour from oral cancer. Regular dental checkups and avoiding tobacco and alcohol are key factors in preventing oral cancer.
The HPV virus, which research indicates causes cervical cancer, is also a culprit in oral cancer.
Airway problems such as enlarged tonsils, adenoids, and nasal tissues can lead to sleep apnea in children. They can also affect teeth positioning and growth of the face and jaw.
A panoramic x-ray from Precision Dental Care can help detect tumors, cysts, and other jaw abnormalities.
A panoramic x-ray from Precision Dental Care can sometimes detect blockage of the carotid artery that leads to the brain—an increased stroke risk.
Bad breath, or halitosis, can be caused by acid reflux, sinus infections/post-nasal drip, and excess bacteria on the tongue and tonsiliths, or tonsil excretions.
Xylitol-based chewing gums such as Trident or Spry can help reduce cavities by up to 80 percent.
The risk of developing oral cancer is 50 times greater in people who use chewing tobacco or other smokeless tobacco products.
People who smoke and also drink alcohol have a much higher risk of oral cancer than those who do not.
A red or white mouth sore that doesn't heal within two weeks could be pre-cancerous and should be examined by a dentist.