News about Water

The jury's still out on just how much waster you need to drink a day, but it's important to fill up on water because of its role in weight loss and appetite suppression. Water keeps the body looking lean by preventing fluid retention and according to studies helps the body metabolize stored fat.
Fill up on foods with a high water content such as grapefruit, celery watermelon, cucumbers, tomatoes, and strawberries. They are low in calories and take up lots of room in your tummy to keep you feeling full longer.

Recipe: Herb-infused Spa Water

Yield: Makes about 1 1/2 quarts: about 4 servings

Ingrediants:

6 cups chilled spring or mineral water

12 thin slices of cucumber

4 sprigs (each 2 in. long) fresh mint, slightly crushed

2 sprigs (each 2 in. long) fresh rosemary, slightly crushed 

1 to 2 sliced lemons

Preparation: 

In a 2- to 2 1/2 quart pitcher, combine water, cucumber, lemon, mint and rosemary. Serve, or cover and chill up to eight hours. Add ice before serving.

X-Ray Radiation

We are exposed to radiation everyday from various sources, such as airplane travel, walking in the sun, minerals in the soil and appliances in our homes. According to the American Dental Association's calculation of radiation exposure, patients are not getting too much radiation from check up x-rays once a year and a set of full mouth X-ray every three to five years.

Dr. Anna Lee

How often should x-rays be taken?

Each patients individual health needs may be different from others. With new patients, I usually recommend a full mouth set of x-rays (18 films) to determine the present dental status and use it as the baseline to analyze changes that may occur later. I recommend a set of full mouth x-rays every three to five years.

For recall visits, the need for x-rays varies according to your age, risk for disease, signs and symptoms. X-rays may be needed to detect new cavities, or to determine the status of active gum disease. I recommend x-rays (4 bite wings and 2 periapicals-upper front and lower front teeth, every twelve months during check up.

Children may need x-rays more often than adults, because their teeth and jaw are still developing. I recommend every six to twelve months.

The benefits of a dental radiograph examination:

                                                    -small areas of decay between the teeth

                                                            -Developmental Abnormalities

                                                                    -Some types of tumors

                                                                    -Infection in the bone

                                                                     -Periodontal disease

                                                                      -Abscessed or cysts

                                                                  

Anna Lee, D.D.S.

Glendora Dentistry

Taken for Granted

Anna Lee, D.D.S.

What my team does for our patients

Time has gone by so quickly. It has now been four years since I joined the dental practice. It has been my pleasure serving you. My goal is to provide you, my patients, with the best quality dental treatment available. I strive to obtain the newest technology and treatment options available to my patients. My concern is the damage that active perio gum disease can cause in my patients if not properly treated. I have a policy of doing routine exams and perio probing on my patients along with diagnostic x-rays.

This allows me to properly diagnose a healthy mouth or a mouth that is full of active perio disease or decay. The goal is to establish a treatment plan of action which will enable myself and the dental team to restore and maintain a healthy mouth for you. Please know I'm here for you and will always strive to provide you with the best dental care available. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you and your family members.

It has been my pleasure and Thank You!

Digital Photography

Anna Lee, D.D.S. uses digital radiography.  Unlike the traditional radiography, which takes about five minutes to develop and mount the x-rays, the digital radiography gives an instant image of the tooth on the computer monitor. Digital radiography gives you a number of advantages. For example, there is an immediate image for viewing and it is eco-friendly, reducing radiation by 70-80%.

We are also using a intraoral camera which takes pictures of the tooth instantly. This allows for us to instantly see a photo on the computer monitor. Basically, see what my staff and I see. Both the digital radiography and intraoral camera are excellent diagnostic and educational information to enhance patient understanding of their oral condition.

Anna Lee, DDS

Colgate Clock

Colgate Clock

The New Jersey City Colgate Clock is an octagonal clock in Jersey City dating back to 1924. The clock is fifty feet in diameter and sits across from the Hudson River, and is easily visible from the Manhattan's west shore. The Colgate Clock is being promoted to the largest clock in the entire world. In April 2009, after ninety years the clock was torn down and received a make-over.

Periodontal Disease

Periodontal Disease (gingivitis and peridodontitis) are infections of the gum and bone that hold teeth in place.

Gingivitis: this is the first stage of gum disease. Your gums may feel tender and you may see some bleeding when you brush or floss. The American Academy of Periodontology considers gingivitis the mildest form of periodontal disease that can be reversed by having a dentist or hygienist clean your teeth in addition to proper brushing and flossing at home.

Periodontitis: At this stage, bacteria in plaque spreads and grows below the gum line and causes infection, which can damage the bone and fibers that hold the teeth in place.

Warning signs of periodontal disease are:

-Bleeding gums
-Swollen or tender gums
-Receding gums (teeth that look larger than before)
-Persistent bad breath
-Loose or separating teeth

Proper dental and home care may help to stop further damage! 

For more information on periodontal disease: perio.org

Do I need a dental cleaning?

Here are the top 10 reasons to have a dental cleaning:

1. To Prevent Oral Cancer-according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, someone dies from oral cancer every hour of every day in the United States. When you have your dental cleaning, your dentist is also screening you for oral cancer, which is highly curable if diagnosed early. 

2. To Prevent Gum Disease-Gum disease is an infection in the gum tissues and bone that keep your teeth in place and is one of leading causes of adult tooth loss. If diagnosed early it can be treated. 

3. To help Maintain Good Physical Health-Recent studies have linked hart attacks and strokes to gum disease, resulting from poor oral hygiene. A dental cleaning every six months helps to keep your teeth and gums healthy and could possibly reduce your risk of heart disease and strokes. 

4. To Keep Your Teeth-Since gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults, regular check ups, cleaning along with flossing daily and brushing are key factors. 

5. To Detect Dental Problems Early-Your dentist and hygienist will be able to detect any early signs of problems with your teeth or gums. Early detection of cavities, broken fillings and gum disease are easily treatable. 

6. To Maintain Good Oral Health-Your dental hygienist will help to ensure that you are maintaining your good oral health by visual examination and comparing your previous dental check ups. If you are falling off track with your oral hygiene he/she will help put you back on the right track. 

7. To Create a Treatment Plan-If your dentist diagnoses any problems in your mouth, he/she will most likely give you a treatment plan.

8. To Have a Bright and White Smile-Your Dentist or Hygienist can remove most tobacco, coffee, wine and tea stains. During your cleaning, your teeth will be polished to a beautiful shine. The result? A whiter and brighter smile! 

9. To Prevent Bad Breath-Dental studies show that about eighty-five percent of people with persistent bad breath also known as halitosis have a dental problem that is to blame. Good oral hygiene is essential in preventing bad breath.

10. To Use Your Dental Insurance-Take advantage of this and save a lot of money in the long run.

Dr. Lee, Glendora General & Cosmetic Dentistry