Dental Digital X-rays are Faster, Safer, and More Comfortable

Digital X-rays have revolutionized the dental care appointment. They are faster, safer, and more comfortable than conventional x-ray films. Digital X-rays are some of the most advanced technology available today in dental imaging. Digital X-rays create images of specific teeth or a panoramic  view (images of the entire set of teeth). This new state-of-the-art technology reduces patient exposure to X-rays by up to 90%! Because digital X-rays can be saved and stored in a computer, your dentist can compare images easily to show even the subtlest changes. This will allow you to receive preventive treatment before small problems become bigger.

Digital X-rays can be a time saver. No more waiting around waiting for film to develop. They are quick and comfortable. A small sensor device is placed in your mouth. The device is connected to a computer that instantly creates X-ray images on a monitor. In seconds, you see the same clear X-ray that your dentist sees. The device can be moved and placed in different areas of your mouth to create images of specific teeth. Digital x-rays are a great tool for diagnosis and help make your visit to the dentist faster and more comfortable.

You can make an appointment with our cosmetic dentist by calling our friendly staff at (305) 532-9114 or by visiting www.precioussmiles.com. Please don't hesitate to contact Precious Smiles if you have any questions about cosmetic dentistry, veneers, Invisalign, tooth whitening, or dental implants.

Precious Smiles Cosmetic Dentistry Center -Miami Beach

http://www.precioussmiles.com

(305) 532-9114

1315 Alton Rd.

Miami Beach, Fl 33139

Can Chewing Gum Help Protect Your Teeth?

Chewing gum in various forms has been around since ancient times. The Greeks chewed sap from the mastic tree, called mastiche. On the other side of the world, the ancient Mayans favored the sap of the sapodilla tree (called tsiclte). Native Americans from New England chewed spruce sap—a habit they passed on to European settlers. Today, the base used for most gum products is a blend of synthetic materials (elastomeres, resins and waxes in various proportions). However, chewing gum is as popular as ever.

Consumers may be used to thinking about chewing gum as a kind of candy, but this category of the ADA Seal recognizes chewing gum that has demonstrated scientifically that it can protect the teeth. For an informative article on the history of chewing gum, visit

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The physical act of chewing increases the flow of saliva in your mouth. If you chew after eating, the increased salivary flow can help neutralize and wash away the acids that are produced when food is broken down by the bacteria in plaque on your teeth. Over time, acid can break down tooth enamel, creating the conditions for decay. Increased saliva flow also carries with it more calcium and phosphate to help strengthen tooth enamel. Clinical studies have shown that chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes following meals can help prevent tooth decay. 

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you can make an appointment with our cosmetic dentist by calling our friendly staff at (305) 532-9114 or by visiting www.precioussmiles.com. Please don't hesitate to contact Precious Smiles if you have any questions about cosmetic dentistry, veneers, Invisalign, tooth whitening, or dental implants.

Precious Smiles Cosmetic Dentistry Center -Miami Beach

http://www.precioussmiles.com
(305) 532-9114
1315 Alton Rd.
Miami Beach, Fl 33139