Pregnancy and Dental Disease
Unfortunately hormonal changes, constant craving for junk food, and changes in eating habits make pregnant women an easy target for dental disease. during pregnancy, women tend to eat more frequently and in some cases are less health conscious of the foods they are eating, exposing the teeth and gums to more sugar and acids.
while it is important for the all the patients to receive dental care to preserve their overall general health, it is imperative for pregnant women to receive proper dental care to help ensure and promote their overall health as well as that of their unborn child.
If you have questions or concerns about yours or your family's dental care please feel free to contact Dr. shakoori in Greenbelt, MD at 301-474-1110.
Sedation Dentistry at Greenbelt, Maryland
You dont have to be afraid to go to the dentist anymore!
If you're one of the millions of people who suffer from anxiety and fear during dental appointments, sedation dentistry is the solution you've been looking for.
Sedation dentistry is for anyone who is:
- Afraid of the Dentist or dental work.
- Would like to get all treatment done in one or two appointments.
- Have had a bad dental experience.
- Have a strong gag reflex.
- Unable to get numb or afraid of needles.
- Hate the sound or smell of the dental office.
Facts you need to know:
- Anxiety free dentistry has been safely practiced for over 30 years.
- Oral Sedation is done with oral medication, no needles required!
- Dr. Shakoori has had training with D.O.C.S (Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation) Institute. She has been practicing dentistry in Greenbelt for the last ten years.
How does sedation work?
1. To get started, you will need to schedule a complimentary consultation appointment.
You can discuss all your dental concerns and your new healthy smile with Dr. shakoori. we review your medical history and explain how the anxiety free dentistry works for you.
2. On the night before your appointment you take your medication (one pill), to guarantee a good night's sleep.
3. On the day of your treatment, a companion will bring you to the office. Our experienced dental staff will make certain that you're relaxed and completely comfortable. We monitor you very closely while you are sedated.
4. You wake up to your new beautiful smile. You will have little or no memory of the visit.
5. Most patients have reported that there was no discomfort or general effects after treatment.
Please call: 301-474-1110 to set up your free consulation. Bring all your dental concerns, and lets discuss them with Dr. Shakoori.
Gum disease and high blood sugar
Patients with diabetes have a high risk for periodontal disease, a chronic bacterial infection of the gums that lead to tooth loss. the new research have found that people with diabetes who are treated for periodontal disease achieved better blood sugar control, indicating that periodontal disease is both caused by and causes higher blood sugar. So how do you treat that:
- See your dentist regularly for cleaning your gums and scaling.
- Eat less sugar, for those with diabetes and periodontal disease, a high sugar diet leads to easier proliferation of bacteria.
- Brush and floss after every meal, not just once a day.
