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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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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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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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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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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Improve Your Smile

Veneers are a great option for many people who are looking to improve the aesthetics of their smile. When looking for a cosmetic dentist there are many things to consider, one question that you want to ask the dentist is what laboratory they use for their dental work.

Many dentists place "Lumineer" veneers. Lumineers are a brand of veneers and are made by specific laboratories, often in other states.

At Rochester Advanced Dentistry we choose to use a local laboratory. We feel that providing our patients with the highest quality materials and aesthetics is our top priority. Since our lab is only a few miles from our office Dr. Doolin, Dr. Haddad, the laboratory technician and patient are able to work hand in hand creating the perfect smile.

For a smile consultation please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry 248.656.2020

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Dry Mouth Syndrome

Did you know that dry mouth can be caused by medications, medical conditions, emotional stress and anxiety, and different products that we use in our mouths. Dry mouth can be a temporary or chronic condition. The dryness can lead to decreased saliva in the mouth. Our saliva plays a very important role in our mouth, it helps with digestion, speaking, chewing and preventing bacteria growth in the mouth. Chronic dry mouth can lead to tooth decay, gum infection, gum disease and other health conditions. If you have dry mouth, you need to follow good dental hygiene habits-brushing, flossing and visiting your dentist regularly.

Some of the signs of dry mouth are:

• Difficulty speaking or swallowing or chewing


• Sore Throat


• Altered sense of taste


• An infection in the mouth


• A burning sensation


• Bad breath


• A rough, dry tongue


• Not enough saliva


• A dry, sticky feeling in the mouth or throat


• Signs of dryness, such as cracked lips, sores, split skin at the corners of the mouth


• Fungal infection of the mouth


• Increased plaque, decay and gum disease

Did you know, there are also other things that you use that maybe are contributing to the dryness in your mouth? Your toothpaste (the foaming agent called sodium lauryl sulfate or SLS) and and your mouthwashes(ones containing alcohol) both have ingredients that can cause the dryness.

There are many things you can do to help with the dry mouth:

• Drinking plenty of water-frequent sips of water


• Make sure you have good dental habits


• Avoid mouth washes that contain alcohol or peroxide


• Stay away from salty foods


• Stay away from drinks containing alcohol or caffeine


• Using over-the-counter rinses and creams (Biotene , Cloysis) to help restore moisture


• Sugar-free candy, sugar-free gum, or gum made to stimulate saliva flow


• Artificial saliva(saliva substitutes)