The Mystery of Burning Mouth Syndrome

Most people can relate to the uncomfortable feeling that occurs after scalding their mouth on hot soup or coffee. It's a relief when that burnt feeling subsides after several days. But imagine experiencing that burning sensation all day, every day. The condition is called burning mouth syndrome (BMS), and damage to the nervous system duringmenopause may be to blame, according to an article published in the May/June 2011 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). 


For more on this not-uncommon malady, see http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/224551.php


For information about dentures, dental implants and gum disease, call the Ferber Dental Group at 561-439-8888 or visit www.ferberdental.com.

Even Infants Need Dental Care

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, although infants have few teeth, they should be seen by a dentist in the first year of life, as more than 40 percent of children suffer decay by the time they reach kindergarten. For more information about this topic, see http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/239754.php


For information about dentures, dental implants and gum disease, call the Ferber Dental Group at 561-439-8888 or visit www.ferberdental.com.

New Pain-Free Dentistry Technique Developed

Researchers at the University of Leeds have discovered a pain-free way of tackling dental decay that reverses the damage of acid attack and re-builds teeth as new. For more on this exciting breakthrough, see http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/233254.php. 


For information about dentures, dental implants and gum disease, call the Ferber Dental Group at 561-439-8888 or visit www.ferberdental.com.

There is No Substitute for Flossing

Dental experts overwhelmingly agree that daily flossing is a critical, preventive step in reducing tooth decay and gum disease. Flossing removes plaque between teeth and below the gum line -- dislodging the pieces of food trapped between teeth which otherwise cannot be brushed or rinsed away.


To read more, see this article by Medical News today. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/21374.php

For information about dentures, dental implants and gum disease, call the Ferber Dental Group at 561-439-8888 or visit www.ferberdental.com.

Bone Fractures Can be Predicted by Dental X-rayx

It is now possible to use dental X-rays to predict who is at risk of fractures, reveals a new study from researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy reported in the journal Nature Reviews Endocrinology. For the full story, see http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/238777.php.


For information about dentures, dental implants and gum disease, call the Ferber Dental Group at 561-439-8888 or visit www.ferberdental.com.

Could Your Toothache be Caused by a Sinus Infection?

Although most dental pain is the result of dental- or gum-related issues, occasionally a sinus infection is to blame.

Of the four paranasal sinuses (“para” meaning beside; “nasal” meaning nose; and “sinus” meaning empty space) the maxillary sinus located behind the cheekbones is generally the guilty culprit when a sinus infection causes tooth pain. The maxillary sinus exists to reduce the weight of the skull, create increased resonance in our voice and provide an area into which fluid can drain from the nose. If the tiny tunnel leading from the nose to the maxillary sinus becomes obstructed or bacteria enters the cavity, an infection and subsequent fluid buildup can ensue, putting painful pressure on the upper molar area of the teeth and gums as well as on the face.

Only by a visit to your doctor or dentist can you be sure if the cause of your toothache is dental- or sinus-related; however, if the pain involves several teeth, there’s a good chance that it’s being caused by a sinus infection. Pain because of tooth decay or other dental issues is usually confined to a single tooth. Although rare, tooth pain can be caused by a combination of dental and sinus issues when the root of the upper first molar grows into the maxillary sinus cavity. In this case, the tooth is almost always removed.

Whatever the cause of your tooth pain, if it lasts more than a few hours or so, a visit to the dentist is recommended.

For information about dentures, dental implants and gum disease, call the Ferber Dental Group at 561-439-8888 or visit www.ferberdental.com.

"Four or More" Dental Implants in a Day

The Ferber Dental Group now offers the revolutionary new procedure "Four or More" dental implants that can be completed in only one day. The new technology, also known as the "All on Four" procedure is for patients who previously were not suited for dental implants, and requires no bone grafting or sinus surgery. For the full story, see http://tinyurl.com/7w4cfvb.

More on the Connection Between Oral and Cardiovascular Health

A new study out showing that regular dental cleanings can reduce the rate of heart attacks adds to the growing body of evidence of the oral and cardiovascular health connection. Read the full story at http://tinyurl.com/c5z47dl