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Michigan Periodontist Receives Rave Reviews From One of His Patients

Posted by Joseph R. Nemeth, DDS, MaCCS | Posted in , , , , | Posted on 8:08 AM
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Some of our best patients are referred by some of our best patients! Here's what one patient had to say in a letter she wrote to Dr. Nemeth and staff following her treatment.

"To Dr. Nemeth, Cannot thank you enough for all your expertise and skill since being in your care all these years, my painless/no complications surgery and your constant patience and compassion! To The Staff: Thank you for your courtesy andprofessionalism and to all for the beautiful flowers."                          

                                                                              Sincerely, Carmen Parks
Thank you, Ms. Parks for allowing us to publish your kind words.  We truly appreciate all feedback our patients give us.  Please feel free to send your thoughts on Joseph R. Nemeth, DDS and Associates to jodi@drnemeth.com.

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Tobacco Use and Gum Disease Michigan

Posted by Joseph R. Nemeth, DDS, MaCCS | Posted in , , , , , | Posted on 7:54 AM
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We all know the dangers of smoking and how tobacco use increases lung cancer risk and causes all types of other health concerns; but how many of us know that smoking can cause tooth loss as well?


Research has proven that people who smoke loose more teeth than nonsmokers do. In fact, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a staggering 41.2 percent of daily smokers over the age of 65 are completely toothless. That number drops to 20 percent of non-smokers over 65.


Research also shows that healing after periodontal treatment is affected by current smokers; they don't heal well after treatment, especially surgery. The good news is, these effects are reversible if the smokers kick the habit before beginning gum disease treatment Michigan.


The problem doesn't lie with cigarette smoking alone; other tobacco products are also harmful to your periodontal health. Smokeless tobacco also can cause Michigan gum recession and increase your chances of losing the bone and tissues that hold your teeth in place.


And, a study of cigar and pipe smokers published in the January 1999 issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association revealed that cigar smokers experience tooth loss and alveolar bone loss at rates equivalent to those of cigarette smokers. Pipe smokers experience tooth loss at a rate similar to cigarette smokers.


*Source: http://www.perio.org/

If you'd like to learn more about gum disease Michigan or Michigan dental implants, visit Dr. Joseph Nemeth & Associates on the web at http://www.drnemeth.com/ or call 248.357.3100.

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Study Shows Flossing Reduces Periodontal Bacteria

Posted by Joseph R. Nemeth, DDS, MaCCS | Posted in , , , , , , , | Posted on 12:36 PM
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A twin study recently published in the Journal of Periodontology found that daily flossing combined with tooth and tongue brushing, significantly reduces the amount of periodontal disease-causing bacteria in the mouth

The study was carried out at New York University and included 51 sets of twins between the ages of 12 and 21. Each twin set was randomly assigned a two-week treatment regimen with one twin brushing with a manual toothbrush and toothpaste and the other brushing with a manual toothbrush and toothpaste and flossing. At the end of the two-week trial, samples were taken from each pairs of twins and compared for levels f bacteria commonly associated with periodontal disease. The result showed that those twins who did not floss had significantly more bacteria associated with periodontal disease in comparison with his/her counterpart who had flossed.


According to the study's authors, only a small number of studies have reported on the clinical effectiveness of flossing for plaque removal and the promotion of healthy gums. Commenting on the study, Dr. Kenneth Kornman, editor of the Journal of Periodontology, said: "Twins tend to share the same or similar environmental factors such as dietary habits, health, and life practices, as well as genetics. In this case the only difference was flossing and the outcome was significant."


Dr. Susan Karabin, former president of the American Academy of Periodontology, adds: "Patients tend to think that flossing can't possibly make that much difference. But this study demonstrates flossing can significantly reduce the amount of periodontal disease-causing bacteria, even after just two weeks."

Want to learn about other ways to reduce periodontal bacteria and reduce your risk factors for gum disease? Visit Michigan Gum Specialist, Dr. Joseph Nemeth & Associates on the web at http://www.drnemeth.com/ or call the office at (248) 357-3100.

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