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May 11, 2012

Make Mom Smile this Mother’s Day!

Mother’s Day is almost here. How will you show your mom how much you love her? Dr. Pate suggests giving your mother a smile makeover and dental evaluation to brighten her appearance, renew her confidence, and improve her quality of life. Make mom smile with a visit to Dentistry in Buckhead!

Smile Makeover

If your mom wishes for youth this Mother’s Day, Dr. Pate recommends refreshing her image with a smile makeover. Stress and aging may be wearing out your mom’s grin. If she has chips, stains, or misalignments, porcelain veneers can improve and reshape her smile. In addition, professional teeth whitening can take years off her appearance and help your mother look younger. If she feels confident in her smile, she will want to smile more—thereby lifting up her facial muscles to appear more energetic, friendly, happy, and youthful.

Sleep Therapy

Mom’s busy schedule drains her energy, but a sleep disorder may keep her up at night. Sleep apnea contributes to high blood pressure, fatigue, stroke, and depression. Help your mother sleep better and improve her health by scheduling a sleep apnea analysis with Dr. Pate.

A bright smile will help brighten your mom’s day and her oral health. Contact Dentistry in Buckhead at (404) 266-9424 to schedule an appointment for your family. We welcome patients from Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Lenox, Brookhaven, Atlanta, and surrounding communities.

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May 10, 2012

The Importance of Wetting Your Whistle

Filed under: General Dentistry,Healthy Living — Tags: atlanta childrens dentist, atlanta dentist, atlanta family dentist, atlanta general dentist, buckhead dentist, childrens dentist atlanta, dentist atlanta, dentist buckhead, dentist lenox, dry mouth atlanta, family dentist atlanta, general dentist atlanta, lenox dentist — dr_pate @ 3:59 pm

On average, a person could not survive more than five days without water. As the weather outside gets warmer, your need for water increases. Water keeps you energized, healthy, and strong. In honor of Drinking Water Week (May 6-12), Dr. Pate wants to make sure you’re drinking enough water to keep your body and mouth hydrated this summer.

Dehydration

The human body is made up of 55-75% water. Your body loses water through sweating, urination, and exhaling. When you don’t replace the water your body is losing, you may become dehydrated. Dehydration can cause muscle weakness, cramping, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and other body weaknesses. However, dehydration affects your mouth, too. A lack of moisture in your mouth can lead to dry mouth and dry lips.

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May 8, 2012

Tools for Your Dental Education

Filed under: General Dentistry,Technology — Tags: atlanta dentist, atlanta digital xrays, atlanta family dentist, atlanta general dentist, atlanta intraoral cameras, brookhaven dentist, dentist atlanta, dentist brookhaven, dentist sandy springs, digital xrays atlanta, family dentist atlanta, general dentist atlanta, intraoral cameras atlanta, sandy springs dentist — dr_pate @ 6:19 pm

At Dentistry in Buckhead, we understand that you may be confused about your oral health because you can’t see what’s happening inside your mouth. However, Dr. Pate is determined to help his patients fully understand their oral health. We offer digital x-rays, intraoral cameras, and chairside monitors to help keep you informed, educated, and aware of your dental health and treatment.

What are Digital X-rays?

Dental x-rays are essential in helping Dr. Pate diagnose tooth decay, gum disease, alignment issues, and other dental problems in their early stages. However, many people are concerned about the radiation exposure in traditional x-rays. Instead, we offer digital radiography technology. Digital x-rays produce 90 percent less radiation to help keep our patients and our environment safe and healthy. Additionally, digital x-rays give us instant high quality images of your teeth that can be organized electronically.

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May 7, 2012

Keep Your Smile Healthy in the Workplace

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: atlanta cosmetic dentist, atlanta dentist, atlanta family dentist, atlanta general dentist, buckhead dentist, cosmetic dentist atlanta, dentist atlanta, dentist buckhead, dentist sandy springs, family dentist atlanta, general dentist atlanta, sandy springs dentist — dr_pate @ 1:45 am

According to the Academy of General Dentistry, people who smile are more popular and more successful than their non-smiling peers. A healthy smile in the workplace can improve your appearance, confidence, and performance. In honor of Employee Health and Fitness Month, Dr. Pate would like to discuss how to keep your smile healthy on the job.

Brushing at the Office

More than three-quarters of professionals eat at their desk at least twice during the day. However, only 53% of women and 37% of men brush their teeth after eating at work. The Academy of General Dentistry suggests leaving an extra toothbrush at the office to increase your likelihood of brushing by about 65 percent. Research also shows that people who practice healthy hygiene behaviors are more motivated and more likely to pay attention to details, thereby improving work efficiency.

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May 2, 2012

Why Do I Have Bad Breath in the Morning?

Filed under: General Dentistry,Stop Snoring — Tags: atlanta dentist, atlanta family dentist, atlanta general dentist, atlanta snoring treatment, bad breath atlanta, dentist atlanta, dentist sandy springs, family dentist atlanta, general dentist atlanta, sandy springs dentist, sleep apnea treatment atlanta, sleep treatment atlanta, snoring treatment atlanta, stop snoring atlanta — dr_pate @ 10:56 pm

Approximately 95 percent of people are affected by an oral condition that occurs during sleep. We’re talking about dry mouth and bad breath—a situation commonly referred to as morning breath. If your partner avoids kissing you in the morning, Dr. Pate offers these tips to treat your bad breath.

Common Causes of Morning Breath

Poor hygiene: Bacteria and food particles that sit in your mouth all night can produce a bad odor when you wake up. It’s important to brush and floss your teeth thoroughly before going to bed to help clear out any lingering microbes. Cleaning your mouth will also help reduce your risk of decay because oral bacteria won’t have as much material to feed on overnight. Additionally, alcohol further dries out your mouth, so make sure your mouthwash has little to no alcohol content.
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April 27, 2012

The Advantages of Invisalign

Filed under: General Dentistry,Invisalign — Tags: atlanta clear braces, atlanta cosmetic dentist, atlanta dentist, atlanta family dentist, atlanta general dentist, atlanta invisalign, buckhead dentist, clear braces atlanta, cosmetic dentist atlanta, dentist atlanta, dentist buckhead, dentist lenox, family dentist atlanta, general dentist atlanta, invisalign atlanta, lenox dentist — dr_pate @ 4:08 pm

Crooked teeth are embarrassing, but a mouth full of metal may be even more humiliating for professional adults. Fortunately, Dr. Pate offers Invisalign clear braces—a cosmetic alternative to straighten your smile. Take this quiz to see how much you know about the benefits of Invisalign.

1. What color are Invisalign braces?
a. Silver
b. White
c. Clear

2. How long do you wear each set of aligners?
a. One month
b. Two weeks
c. One week

3. When should you remove Invisalign?
a. For eating and cleaning
b. For sleeping
c. Only at the end of treatment

4. Which of the following is associated with Invisalign?
a. Wires
b. Brackets
c. A custom fit

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April 22, 2012

Oral Piercings and Dental Health

Filed under: General Dentistry,Healthy Living — Tags: atlanta cosmetic dentist, atlanta dentist, atlanta family dentist, atlanta general dentist, buckhead dentist, cosmetic dentist atlanta, dentist atlanta, dentist buckhead, dentist lenox, family dentist atlanta, general dentist atlanta, lenox dentist, lip piercing atlanta, oral piercings atlanta, tongue piercing atlanta — dr_pate @ 9:11 pm

Some people think oral piercings are fashionable, but Dr. Pate views them as potential dental disasters. If you’re considering a lip or tongue piercing, take the proper precautions to avoid damaging your teeth, gums, and oral health.

Stay Sterile

More than half of the bacteria in your mouth live on the surface of your tongue. When your tongue is punctured, your oral bacteria can enter your bloodstream, increasing your risk of heart problems and other oral-systemic conditions. Additionally, if not sterilized properly, the piercing needle can carry bacteria and increase your risk of toxic shock syndrome, blood poisoning, hepatitis, and other health problems. Furthermore, research shows that stainless steel studs collect more bacteria than plastic studs. To prevent infection, be sure your piercer is using a clean needle and practices proper oral hygiene to keep your mouth clean.

Healthy Healing

A piercing takes a long time to heal. It’s important to take proper care of your mouth during the recovery process to prevent infection and restore the healthy tissues. Immediately following your piercings, your tongue, lips, and gums may swell. Swelling can make it difficult to speak, eat, drink, and swallow properly. Furthermore, excessive inflammation may block your airway. To promote quick recovery, consume plenty of vitamin C, rinse your mouth with an antiseptic, and avoid acidic items that could irritate your mouth. You should also visit Dr. Pate to check that your piercing and oral tissues are healing safely.

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