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Dr. Mogell Dental Blog

Boca Raton Cosmetic Dentist

Is Your Toothpaste Safe?

Thursday, July 26, 2007

There has been quite a bit of news recently about toothpaste of all things: with good reason. Sadly China had been importing toothpaste that contain a poisonous chemical Diethylene Glyco(DEG). DEG is commonly used in antifreeze and as a solvent. Forthunately none of the toothpaste brands involved have had the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. The ADA Seal of Acceptance helps consumers make informed decisions about safe and effective products, such as toothpastes, toothbrushes and floss. Tkae care when choosing your dental health care items and please consider using the ADA Seal of Acceptance as a guide for your safety! Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.

 

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Smile a little smile for me....

Friday, July 13, 2007

As you know our tag line is "We make Beautiful Smiles a Reality"! So I'd like to share some facts with you!
Smiles are an interesting feature of everyone’s life. Everyone has one, but everyone feels differently about their own. Consider a few interesting facts about smiles:.

• 62 - Number of times a day the average woman smiles.
• 8 - Number of times a day the average man smiles.
• 63% - Percentage of people who say they look best in photos when they are showing their teeth.
• 99.7% - Percentage of adults who say an attractive smile is an important personal asset.
• 74% - Percentage of people who say that an unattractive smile can hurt a person's chances for business or career success.
• 23% - Percentage of people who say they look the best with their mouth closed.

Mark Twain once wrote, "Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been!"

The act of smiling is a very uncomplicated and important human activity. It really isn't important that your smile be perfect- but that you feel good about it and you give it away!
If your stingy with your smile because it’s something less than what you want it to be, we can help - Smiles are what we do best.
Call 561-394-9000 and ask for Meredith or Lea and they will arrange a time for you to come by and meet us to discuss getting you a smile that you can’t just keep to yourself.
Everytime you smile it is an action of love - a gift … ~Mother Teresa Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.

 

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Do you take antibiotics before your appointments?

Monday, July 02, 2007

Are you one the of many individuals that has been told by your physician that you need to take antibiotics prior to any dental appointment? If so, you should be aware that changes have been made to the recommendation by the American Heart Association. Posted below are the new advisements. Should you have any questions you should contact your physician for further clarificiation.

The current practice of giving patients antibiotics prior to a dental procedure is no longer recommended EXCEPT for patients with the highest risk of adverse outcomes resulting from Bacterial Endocarditis (see below on this card). The American Heart Association recognizes the importance of good oral and dental health and regular visits to the dentist for patients at risk of Bacterial Endocarditis.
Antibiotic prophylaxis with dental procedures is recommended only for patients with cardiac conditions associated with the highest risk of adverse outcomes from endocarditis, including:
Prosthetic cardiac valve
Previous endocarditis
Congenital heart disease only in the following categories:
–Unrepaired cyanotic congenital heart disease, including those with palliative shunts and conduits
–Completely repaired congenital heart disease with prosthetic material or device, whether placed by surgery or catheter intervention, during the first six months after the procedure*
–Repaired congenital heart disease with residual defects at the site or adjacent to the site of a prosthetic patch or prosthetic device (which inhibit endothelialization)
Cardiac transplantation recipients with cardiac valvular disease
*Prophylaxis is recommended because endothelialization of prosthetic material occurs within six months after the procedure.
Regimen – Single dose 30–60 minutes before procedure
Oral
Amoxicillin
2 gm

Allergic to penicillins or ampicillin –
Oral regimen

Cephalexin**†
2 g

OR


Clindamycin
600 mg Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.

 

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