The 8 Most Artery Clogging Cities

These urban centers have the highest rates of heart disease and obesity in the country, perhaps because they seem to promote sedentary lifestyles and diets heavy on fast food but light on fresh produce. We sorted through the latest statistical research from the CDC on obesity and heart disease rates to come up with this list of eight metropolitan areas with a population of over 200,000 that are most likely to clog your arteries. And because studies show that unhealthy habits are contagious, anybody moving to or spending time in these places should be extra careful to take care of their tickers.

1. Detroit, MI Detroit residents report more heart disease diagnoses than any other big city in the nation, according to CDC data, and 33% of them are obese. One thing the city's hearts do have in their favor: A vibrant urban agriculture movement is transforming empty lots into veggie-filled community gardens, increasing access to fresh produce in neighborhoods where it was previously scarce.

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Personalized Message from Santa

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Happy Holidays

Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?

Question
Whitening toothpaste: Does it whiten teeth?
Answer
Whitening toothpaste can whiten teeth slightly by removing surface stains, such as those caused by drinking coffee or smoking. Whitening toothpaste can also be used after a bleaching treatment to help maintain results. However, whitening toothpaste can't change the natural color of teeth or reverse discoloration caused by excessive exposure to fluoride during tooth development, penetrating surface stains or decay.

To remove surface stains, whitening toothpaste may include:

Special abrasives that gently polish the teeth
Chemicals, such as sodium tripolyphosphate, that help break down or dissolve stains
When used twice a day, whitening toothpaste typically takes two to four weeks to make teeth whiter. However, new research shows that whitening toothpaste containing the chemical blue covarine can make teeth appear immediately whiter. After use, blue covarine adheres to the surface of the teeth and creates an optical illusion that makes teeth appear less yellow.

Whitening toothpaste is generally safe for daily use, but excessive use might damage tooth enamel. If you're considering using a whitening toothpaste, look for a brand that has a seal of approval from a reputable dental organization — such as the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance, which indicates that the toothpaste is effective at removing surface stains and reducing tooth decay. If you're not satisfied with the effect of whitening toothpaste, talk to your dentist or dental hygienist about more effective tooth whitening options.

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Holiday Guide of Rochester Events

Lagniappe

(and the start of the Big, Bright Light Show)

November28th 6pm

Kris Kringle Market

December 2 4-9pm December 3 noon-12pm

Santa's Visit on the Farm

December 3 9am-4pm

Hometown Christmas Parade

December 4 1:45 pm

Polar Express Celebration

December 9 6:30 - 9pm

Breakfast With Santa

December 10 9-11am

Lunch with Santa

December 10th and 11th 11am - 1pm

An Old-Fashioned Christmas

December 17th 1-4pm

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New Treatment For Canker Sores

A canker sore is a painful, open sore in the mouth. Canker sores are white or yellow and surrounded by a bright red area. The first symptom is usually a tingling or burning sensation that you feel before other symptoms develop.

Pain decreases in 7 to 10 days, with complete healing in 1 to 3 weeks. Particularly large ulcers (greater than 1 cm in diameter) often take longer to heal (2 to 4 weeks). Occasionally, a severe occurrence may be accompanied by nonspecific symptoms of illness, such as fever. Canker sores often return.

Canker sores can be triggered by emotional stress, dietary deficiencies (especially iron, folic acid, or vitamin B-12), menstrual periods, hormonal changes, food allergies, and similar situations. They occur most commonly with viral infections. In some cases, the cause can not be identified.

Dr. Doolin and Dr. Haddad are specially trained to use a dental laser to treat canker sores, resulting in decreased symptoms and shortened duration of the canker sore.

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News from Rochester Advanced Dentistry-Fall 2011

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Straighter Teeth

The Inman Aligner is a fantastic, simple and hassle-free way of straightening your front teeth. It is the orthodontic treatment of choice for adult relapse.
In the past anyone with crooked teeth have had only a few choices. Fixed braces and clear braces work well but are slow and can also be costly.

However the Inman Aligner now gives us all a very real alternative. Because it works so quickly and efficiently, if you don't like the idea of having brackets stuck to your teeth or waiting months and months for a clear brace to work, you can now have your front teeth straightened in as little as 6 -16 weeks.

Even if veneers are necessary because your teeth are discoloured and mis-shapen, the Inman Aligner the perfect way to align the teeth first quickly before the veneers are prepared. This way you can get a far more conservative solution.
The Inman Aligner is not just an orthodontic appliance. Many cosmetic dentists are calling it the "missing link between orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry."
It has also been described as the "Greatest Innovation in Cosmetic Dentistry since the porcelain veneer".
Not every case is possible and of course there are limitations, but if you are suitable you could get a fantastic smile in a matter of weeks and at far less cost.

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Do your gums bleed?

One of the major signs of gum disease is bleeding gum tissue. Often times people think that bleeding gums are something you don't need to worry about. The following information may change your mind:

• Gum disease increases the risk of head and neck cancer ~American Academy of Oral Systemic Health


• Tooth loss and gum disease increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease~ Mayo clinic


• Cavities are caused by a germ that spreads while kissing and sharing food~AAOSH


• Gum disease increases pancreatic and kidney cancer risk by 62%~Harvard


• Bacteria in your mouth travel to other parts of your body in your bloodstream~AAOSH


• Diabetes and bleeding gums increases your risk of premature death by 400-700 percent~AAOSH


• 93% of people with gum disease are at risk for diabetes~AAOSH


• Pregnant women with gum disease have only a 1 in 7 chance of giving birth to a healthy child of normal size~AAOSH


• Research has found an association between gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis~American Academy of Family Physicians


• People with gum disease are twice as likely to die from heart disease and three times as likely to die from a stroke~ Mayo Clinic


• The Surgeon General reports that at least 80% of American adults have gum disease~AAOSH

For additional information or treatment options please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry 248.656.2020

Best and Worst Candy for Teeth

Halloween candies divided into five distinct types and rated, on a scale from 1-10 (1 being good for your teeth, 10 being the absolute worst cavity-causers)
Taffy and hard candy are the two worst offenders. Use this Halloween guide to safeguarding your children's teeth, as always, be wary of excess consumption of any trickery treat.

Taffy
Fear Factor Score: 9 out of 10
Traditionally, dentists have always known that the longer a food sticks to the teeth the longer bacteria has to feed on it to produce cavity-causing acid.One of the best ways to avoid cavities during Halloween is to avoid the sticky candy that can plaster your teeth and wedge itself into the nooks and crannies of your mouth.

Hard Candy
Fear Factor Score: 8.5 out of 10
Although hard candies like Jaw Breakers and Everlasting Gobstoppers don't have that stick factor, they hurt your mouth from the amount of time they take to dissolve,The longer food sits in your mouth, the more acidic the environment becomes.

"People naturally assume that if they can't feel the candy sticking to their mouths, they are okay, but that isn't true. If you leave a hard candy in your mouth for a lengthy period of time, this can be even worse than a sticky candy."

Peanut Butter Cups
Fear Factor Score: 6.5 out of 10
Safer than candies like taffy, the ever-present peanut butter cup is still a hazard to your mouth. Studies have indicated that chocolate is especially good at creating acid buildup in your mouth and the stickiness of peanut butter doesn't help.

Candy-Covered Chocolate
Fear Factor Score: 6 out of 10
Most people assume that when chocolate lacks the sticky peanut butter, it has to be better for their teeth. Again, while it lacks that attribute, it suffers from the time factor. Candy-covered chocolate is typically consumed in a bag where the consumer is continually chewing on the candy. While a peanut butter cup is typically consumed in one or two bites, a bag of M&M’s can last for minutes. This extra time gives the bacteria plenty of time to generate cavity causing acid.

Sugar Sticks
Fear Factor Score: 5 out of 10
Most parents automatically toss out their kids' Pixie Stix with the assumption that a little bag of sugar must be awful for teeth. Contrary to popular belief, these little sacks of sugar are some of the safest Halloween treats out there.

Pixie Stix are typically poured directly onto the tongue, avoiding chewing and your teeth altogether. They are then quickly consumed and out of the mouth before any major damage can been done. So while it may not make sense, those sacks of sugar may be the best candy for your teeth.

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Dry Mouth

Lack of saliva is a common problem that may seem little more than a nuisance, but a dry mouth can affect both your enjoyment of food and the health of your teeth. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia (zeer-o-STO-me-uh).

Dry mouth can cause problems because saliva helps prevent tooth decay by limiting bacterial growth and washing away food and plaque. Saliva enhances your ability to taste and makes it easier to swallow. In addition, enzymes in saliva aid in digestion.

Although the treatment depends on the cause, dry mouth is often a side effect of medication. Dry mouth may improve with an adjusted dosage or a new prescription.

If you suspect that your medications may be contributing to your dry mouth additional information is available at: http://pdrhealth.com/home/home.aspx

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Are your teeth giving you a headache?

Do you suffer from headaches? Have you been diagnosed with migraines? Many people live their daily lives with severe headaches or facial pain without any relief. Other symptoms common to headache sufferers are ear pain and congestion, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), dizziness, and even neck tension or pain. Unfortunately, many people have been treated by numerous physicians throughout their lives without any improvement in their symptoms. The last person most people would turn to for a cure would be their dentist; however your bite could be the cause of your chronic headaches!

Many headaches can be part of undiagnosed Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder or an abnormal bite. 90% of all headaches are considered “muscle tension headaches,” and can be directly related to a person’s unbalanced bite. Many people diagnosed with migraines can actually be suffering from these muscle tension headaches.

This syndrome is the source of chronic pain for many, and can result in severe wear, or fracturing, of your teeth and restorations, leading to tooth loss. This viscous cycle results in an even more unbalanced bite causing a person’s headaches and pain to worsen over time. Most people would never think that their dentist could help with headaches, but we are improving the lives of our patients every day.

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Depending on a dentist’s training and experience in this area, they should be able to determine if a patient has a poor bite through a thorough exam and precise measurements. People are often frustrated because previous forms of treatment have been unsuccessful. Fortunately, we are able to tell if a person is a candidate for this type of therapy before any action begins. This makes people very comfortable with pursuing this treatment when they are confident they will benefit from it.

Dental Tip of the Month
Are you experiencing any of these symptoms on a regular basis? Looking for answers?
Dr. Doolin and Dr. Haddad will be giving a presentation that includes discussing the latest techniques in headache and TMJ treatment at the Women’s Lifestyle’s Extravaganza October 22nd and 23rd at 1:00pm at Macomb CC Sports and Expo Center.
Their presentation:
“”Exploring the Hottest Topics in Dentistry: Cosmetics, TMJ/Headache treatment, and Sleep Apnea,” will be given both days of the event. The doctors will be available throughout the day answering questions and providing additional information for attendees.

New Research on Teething Gels

The FDA has recently advised against teething pain relievers containing benzocaine (the active ingredients in most over-the-counter teething gels.) The FDA says it can cause a rare but serious condition called methemoglobinemia, which reduces the amount of oxygen in the blood stream.

Try these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the FDA:

• Offer your child a chilled (not frozen) teething ring made of firm rubber
• Gently massage your child's gums with a clean finger
• Should benzocaine use be necessary, use the gel or liquid sparingly- not more then four times a day

Try: Baby Orajel has a new Naturals line that's benzocaine-,alcohol- and dye-free.

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Caring for your child's teeth

Healthy teeth are important to your child's overall health. From the time your child is born, there are things you can do to promote healthy teeth. For babies, you should clean teeth with a soft, clean cloth or baby's toothbrush. Avoid putting the baby to bed with a bottle and check teeth regularly for spots or stains.

For all children, you should

* Brush teeth with a fluoride toothpaste

* Provide healthy foods and limit sweet snacks and drinks

* Provide low-fat milk and dairy products high in calcium

* Schedule regular dental check-ups

Forming good habits at a young age can help your child have healthy teeth for life.

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Why Your Dentist may be the most important Doctor you see this year…

The days of a dental cleaning consisting of a quick “buff and polish” are over. Today’s dental visit should be more like a physical. Many findings during a dental visit can have a major impact on your overall health.

1. Blood Pressure: At every dental appointment, your blood pressure should be taken. High blood pressure is a sign that your heart is working too hard. If your blood pressure is too high, a visit to your medical doctor is recommended.

2. Oral Cancer Detection: At every dental cleaning, a thorough cancer screening should be conducted. Oral cancers are on the rise and are easier to treat and survive the earlier they are detected.

3. Sleep Apnea Diagnosis: Sleep Apnea is a very serious condition that involves a person stopping breathing several times throughout the night. Small airways, large necks, and snoring are good indicators that sleep apnea is present, or may be present in the future. Some dentists have screening equipment that can actually test you for sleep apnea. At that time, a referral to a sleep physician or a sleep appliance made by the dentist may be recommended.

4. Gum Disease : Bacteria in your mouth leads to bleeding gums and bone loss around your teeth. According to the ADA, 78% of the adult population has some form of periodontal (gum) disease. In addition, periodontal disease is not just an infection that affects your mouth, it affects your entire body. Periodontal disease has been linked to heart disease, strokes, diabetes, and a weakened immune system. Therefore, your dentist should be measuring and monitoring your gums with each cleaning, and when necessary, treating your gum disease accordingly.

Dental Tip of the Month:

Want to live longer…Floss!

In today’s society, we are rushed, stressed, and over committed and it comes as no surprise that we are all looking for ways to save time. Many of my patients feel that they have no time to floss. While this seems like a valid excuse, you may have less time on your hands if you don’t floss.

• If you start flossing today, you could add up to 6 years on to your life!

• 6 years would be an additional 3.1 million minutes.

• Let’s say you are a REALLY slow flosser and it took you 5 minutes per day.

• Let’s say you floss every day of your 100 year life- you would spend 182,500 minutes of your life flossing.

• This would leave you with an additional 5.6 years to do whatever you want!!

To Chew, or Not to Chew?

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The great debate over chewing gum-

Here are some pro's and con's, you decide what you think:

PRO's

• Relieves Dry Mouth- stimulates the salivary glands
• Sugar free gum helps fight decay by stimulating salivary production and neutralizing acid in the mouth
• Xylitol and other ingredients in brands of gum help to remineralize teeth, again fighting decay
• Freshen breath
• Satisfies snack cravings
• Reduces ear discomfort while flying

CON's

• Sugary gum can promote tooth decay by bathing the teeth in sugar
• Although gum can freshen breath temporarily it can mask underlying problems
• Aggravates the TMJ

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Have you ever thought about changing your smile?

Are you self-conscious when smiling for pictures? Do you ever put your hand up in front of your mouth when you laugh to hide your teeth? Do you want to regain that healthy, youthful smile you used to have? Maybe it’s time for you to finally invest in yourself and transform your teeth into the beautiful smile you have always wanted.

Cosmetic dentistry is performed to fix a variety of problems. Maybe you are uncomfortable with the size, shape or spacing of your teeth and are interested in porcelain veneers or bonding. Maybe you have crowding or crooked teeth because you never had orthodontics or stopped wearing your retainers. You may also be an excellent candidate for porcelain veneers, sometimes referred to as “instant orthodontics.” Maybe years of wear and tear dulled your once-bright smile, and you would like to rejuvenate it with advanced whitening techniques. Or maybe you have older dental work that looks unnatural and keeps you from smiling as much as you would like.

Whatever factors may be inhibiting your smile, Dr. Doolin and Dr. Haddad can help. Both Dr. Doolin and Dr. Haddad have been committed to excellence through continuing education. They are two of the few dentists in the area who have completed post-graduate training at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. “We feel that because of the rapid pace of change in Dentistry, our patients deserve to have their doctors learning these new and improved techniques. Our goal is to keep improving ourselves to better serve our patients,” says Dr. Haddad. By undergoing this intense cosmetic training, Dr. Doolin and Dr. Haddad have achieved clinical abilities that few dentists in the country possess, allowing them to provide their patients with only the best restorations and care possible.

Here are some things for you to consider when choosing the right cosmetic dentist… because not all cosmetic dentists are the same!

1. Continuing Education and experience: Dentists NEED to stay trained and educated in the latest technology and materials. Achieving great cosmetic outcomes takes a combination of artistry, proper technique, and an eye for detail. There are materials available today that are far superior to those used in the past; however, these materials are extremely technique-sensitive. Accordingly, your dentist needs to be specifically and properly trained on their use.

2. Before and After Smile Gallery on their website: Every dentist has their own approach and style, however seeing examples of smile makeovers they have performed on other patients should be a huge deciding factor for you. The goal for all smile enhancements should be a healthy, beautiful, and most importantly, a natural smile. No one should know that you have dental work in your mouth. They should only know that you have an attractive smile that exudes confidence and beauty. Make sure that the examples of the cosmetic dentist you are considering demonstrate that.

3. Comfort, Service, and the overall experience: Very few people truly enjoy going to the dentist, and many may even be fearful when considering especially larger cosmetic procedures. Therefore, some dentists choose to offer services that aid in making the experience more comfortable. Some of these amenities may include: refreshments before or after your appointment, massage chairs, headphones, nitrous oxide gas, and oral sedation or other relaxation methods. If these are services that you would value as a dental patient, inquire at the office you are considering to learn if they are offered.

Dr. Doolin and Dr. Haddad have changed the lives of hundreds of patients in the area by giving them the smile of their dreams. This is your opportunity to have them do the same for you. For more information, please visit www.rochesteradvanceddentistry.com or call our office at (248) 656-2020 for your personal smile consultation.

Family Dentistry

Through out life our dental needs are always changing. At Rochester Advanced Dentistry we pride ourselves on providing the best and most advanced treatment options for our patients from birth through their golden years.

Weather you or your family need preventative services, cosmetic services or restorative dental treatment we are able to help.

Children

Adults

We enjoy getting to know our patients and their families. It is rewarding to see patients that we have known since they were in diapers go away to college, get married, start careers and then bring in their children.

Getting to know our patients also allows us to identify problems as soon as they arise. Often times we can identify problems such as sleep apnea, tonsil problems, changes in diet and the need for orthodontic treatment by changes in behavior or appearance.

Oakland Press Article

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Clenching and Grinding Your Teeth at Night: Fact or Fiction

Have you ever been told you grind your teeth at night? Ever wonder why your dentist is making these claims but you have never noticed any symptoms or never been told by your significant other that you do grind?Did your dentist recommend a night guard that you didn't think that you really needed? Hopefully the following information will answer all of you clenching/ grinding questions.

I have been clenching and grinding my teeth since I was a teenager. I had many symptoms of a grinder including morning headaches, muscle tension, temperature sensitivity on my teeth, receding gums and chipping teeth. I attributed these to other things in life like stress.

The thought of wearing an appliance every night for a problem that I didn't think I had did not seem appealing. Then I cracked my first tooth...

At that point I realized that I was grinding my teeth. I made myself a bite guard ( a perk of being in dental school) After wearing my bite guard for about two weeks I noticed that my headaches were gone, my muscles in my jaw no longer felt tired and the sensitivity on my teeth was greatly reduced.

FACT or FICTION

Fiction: I don't grind my teeth, my spouse would tell me

Fact: Most of the time your grinding is very quite, often undetectable by the person sleeping next to you

Fiction: I can't be grinding my teeth- I snore

Fact: It is common for people to alternate grinding and snoring through out the night.

Fiction: The divots of enamel missing at the gum line are from aggressive tooth brushing

Fact: Unless you are brushing with a Brillo pad you did not wear away your enamel with your tooth brush. Your enamel is the strongest substance in your body, stronger then your bones. Try to imagine brushing away your leg bone with your toothbrush- you couldn't do it. This damage is caused by grinding.

Fiction: An over the counter bite guard will do the same thing that a custom made guard will- and save me money

Fact: Although an over the counter bite guard may protect your teeth from grinding it does not protect your muscles or your TMJ (jaw joint)- since the over the counter bite guard it a "one size fits all" it is typically very bulky and hard to wear. They are soft which causes patients to chew on it since your brain registers it as food- often times wearing these guards cause damage to your jaw muscles and joint, treatment for the damage caused is very expensive when compared to the minimal investment in a custom guard to prevent the problem.

For additional information please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry 248.656.2020

What is a dental implant?

Before and after picture of patient with implants

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If you are in jeopardy of losing a tooth your dentist may give you the option of having a dental implant placed. A dental implant is a device that replaces a missing tooth root and supports crowns, bridges or dentures.

The most important requirement for placing dental implants is availability of adequate bone for support. If teeth are lost to trauma, or have been missing for a long time, the bone volume in the area may be compromised. Today's bone grafting procedures can recreate the missing bony tissue at the site of the missing teeth so that implants can be placed. Your Dentist can recommend one of many types of grafting procedures that is right for your situation.

For additional information please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry 248.656.2020

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