MARIJUANA AND YOUR ORAL HEALTH
WHAT WE KNOW NOW !
-just like smoking regular cigarettes. You are at an increased risk for....
-gum disease
-dry mouth
-teeth sensitivity
-you MUST inform your dentist if you are smoking marijuana before any dental treatment
-marijuana can affect the way any numbing or sedation works
The long term and short term effects of smoking marijuana and the effects it has on your oral health are still to be studied.
At OCD , we will be sure to inform you as the relevant information becomes available.
FOODS THAT CAN BRIGHTEN YOUR SMILE
-strawberries
-apples
-pineapple
-celery
-yogurt
-oranges
-onion (sulfur compound helps keep plaque from forming )
-raisins
-seeds and nuts
-carrots
-broccoli
Don’t forget water to help keep your mouth hydrated !
WHAT CAUSES MORNING BREATH
When we are sleeping , we are not producing the same amount of saliva as we do when we are awake.
Therefore; when we sleep the bacteria in our mouth is not being washed away by saliva .
During the day our saliva is actively helping to control bacteria.
CHARCOAL TOOTHPASTE
What is charcoal toothpaste?
Activated charcoal that has been processed to have lots of tiny pores that can absorb dirt and bacteria. The powder left behind is what is used.
-this powder is odourless and tasteless, making it easy to mix with other products.
-charcoal binds with the rough parts of teeth
-plaque and stains are removed when brushing
Charcoal toothpaste is being marketed as the newest way to obtain a whiter smile
CONSIDERATIONS
-charcoal can be abrasive and erosive
-can lead to loss of healthy enamel
-sensitivity
-yellowing of teeth
-should not be used as a replacement for your regular toothpaste
-should not be used daily
As with any home whitening treatment. It is best to speak with your dentist or hygienist to get advice on the best and safest whitening treatment for you!
OCD offers safe and highly effective in home and in office whitening treatments!