Omar K Mahmassani, DDS

With age comes wisdom --and wisdom teeth!

What to Expect When Getting Your Wisdom Teeth Removed Wisdom teeth removal is surgery to extract wisdom teeth. Learn about the surgery, preparation, and recovery. Reviewed by our board-certified surgeons.

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Short Answer: Unsweetened sparkling water is way better than soda but water with fluoride is the best

Is Sparkling Water Bad For Your Teeth? | Colgate® Is sparkling water bad for your teeth? Here's what you need to know about the popular beverage.

Smiles are contagious! Share one today!

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/06/well/oral-health-hygiene.html?smid=url-share

Why Oral Hygiene Is Crucial to Your Overall Health Gum disease has been associated with a range of health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, dementia and more. Here’s what experts say you can do to manage the risk.

Hello Summer! ☀️ Whether you have a bunch of trips planned or you are looking at a relaxing summer, we want you to have the best smile for the warmer months and beyond. So don't forget to schedule a time to get your teeth cleaned!

Did you know blueberries and raspberries are rich in anthocyanins which may help to protect against tooth decay? Along with berries, red bell peppers and green beans are high in Vitamin C, which is necessary for collagen production, which keeps gums tight around your teeth. Watermelon, a summer favorite, is rich in fiber, and like grapes, cherries, and plums, has a high water content that triggers saliva production, cleansing your mouth of plaque-causing bacteria while you enjoy! 🍉

Wishing you a happy and safe Independence Day! 🎆 In observance of the holiday, our offices will be opening back up to serve you on Wednesday, July 5.

NI****ne gum is not chewing gum. Here are some interesting oral impacts including on teeth whitening.

Is ni****ne gum bad for your teeth? Tips for use and more Ni****ne is a habit-forming substance present in to***co products. Using ni****ne gum may help someone quit smoking but it can cause side effects.

Does summer make you think about mouthguards and can openers? It does if you're a dentist!

Five top tips you need to know to keep your teeth healthy this summer 23 JULY 2018 - Make the most of the beautiful British summertime but make sure that your oral health doesn't suffer this season by following our top tips.

Sharing info that's heavy on science. The short takes are that there may well be exciting breakthroughs in the treatment of oral cancers in the years to come AND 6 month dental hygiene visits do more than address tooth decay and gum disease. They could save your life!

Could blocking or deleting a protein help prevent common oral cancers? Around one-third of people with oral squamous cell carcinoma don't survive it, but dental researchers have found deleting or inhibiting a protein in the tongue might stall tumor growth.

How much do you know about oral cancer?

Oral, Head and Neck Cancers 2019 Quiz - On Medicine April marks Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness month. This year, we’ve created a quiz to complement our author blog addressing commonly held myths about this set of diseases and a curated list of research on oral, head and neck cancer. Find out how much you know, and tweet to share y...

How to Do an Oral Cancer Self-Exam | AAOMS Early detection is key in the successful treatment of oral cancer. Learn how to do an oral cancer self-exam in 6 steps with AAOMS.

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Self exams and screenings during dental visits promote early detection.

Oral Cancer: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Oral cancer (mouth cancer) affects the tissues in your mouth and throat. Left untreated, oral cancer can be life-threatening.

Many people grind their teeth at night --yet are completely unaware they are doing it. It's a muscular behavior that might explain pain, damaged enamel and broken dental work. Read on to learn more --especially how to protect your teeth!

Bruxism is terrible for your health but there are plenty of ways to stop grinding your teeth so much Grinding your teeth is extremely unhealthy so it's important to take action fast before this bad habit wears down your teeth or recedes your gumline.

Do you know the difference between a canker sore and a cold sore?

Your guide to canker sores Do you get canker sores? Learn why they develop and how to treat them.

https://www1.deltadentalins.com/wellness/preventive-care/articles/cold-and-flu-dental-health.html

Some simple things to do to feel better and protect your teeth--

5 dental health tips for cold and flu season During cold and flu season, don't forget about your oral health. Learn the five tips that will help keep you and your teeth in great shape.

An intiative to increase access to essential oral healthcare in underserved areas nation-wide.

Mobile Clinics Really Got Rolling in the Pandemic. A New Law Will Help Them Cast a Wider Safety Net. Mobile clinics that provided covid-19 testing and vaccines at the peak of the pandemic are now being used to provide a range of health services in hard-to-reach communities. A law passed late last …

On this World Oral Health Day remember that the best part about cleaning your teeth is that it takes only two minutes. Have a happy World Oral Health Day!

Emergency dental visits go up 64% day after St Patrick's Data from Sikka Software show that emergency visits to the dentist go up 64 percent on the day after St. Patrick's Day.

Sleeping too much or too little has risks.
https://www.healio.com/news/primary-care/20230307/sleeping-too-much-or-too-little-may-increase-risk-for-infection

Loud snoring? Daytime sleepiness? These may be signs of obstructive sleep apnea, a disorder with a number of solutions including dental. Ask us for more information!

Sleep Awareness Week It’s time to snuggle up and catch some Zs because you deserve some rest!

Interesting connection between gum disease and arthritis flare-ups! More support for a holistic approach to health and the importance of excellent dental hygiene.

Regular trips to the dentist could help reduce chronic joint pain, study suggests | Houston Public Media A new study looked at how heightened levels of bacteria associated with gum disease correlated with patients reporting arthritis flare-ups. 

During Sleep Awareness Month, we hope to share information that will help you improve your sleep and feel more rested!

Does your partner snore? Do you notice pauses in their breathing while they sleep? These could be signs of sleep apnea, a serious but treatable condition. Learn more about sleep apnea: www.countonsleep.org

If you got yesterday's trivia answer correct, congratulations! You know that often periodontal disease doesn't have overt symptoms until advanced stages. 85% of US adults have some form of gum disease, making it one of the most common diseases in America - more common than cancer, diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease. (By the way, all of those health issues are linked to gum disease!)