by Mitesh Jivan DMD, MPH | Oct 31, 2013
Eat candy and other sugary foods with meals. Increase in saliva production helps cancel out acid production by bacteria and helps rinse away food particles. Avoid hard candy and candy that stays in your mouth for a long time like lollipops. The longer sugary foods are...
by Mitesh Jivan DMD, MPH | Oct 1, 2012
Nitrous oxide sedation has become one of the most commonly used technique in dentistry today to help patients feel more comfortable and eliminate dental anxiety. It is estimated that approximately 35% of dentists use nitrous oxide sedation for their patients....
by Mitesh Jivan DMD, MPH | Jul 18, 2012
Most parents have difficulties judging how much dental care their child needs. Common questions parents have are: When should I schedule my child’s first dental appointment? Should my 3 year old floss? How could I maintain and keep my kids teeth healthy?...
by Mitesh Jivan DMD, MPH | Jun 1, 2012
Having a hard time getting your child to brush their teeth? You are not alone. The kicking, screaming, clenching of mouth, twist and turns can be put to ease by a couple simple fun ways. Singing is always fun for kids. It’s important to make the kids feel...
by Mitesh Jivan DMD, MPH | May 15, 2012
The number one injury among young adults are due to sports injuries. Baseball and Basketball are the two biggest mouth-injuring sport. “According to a report by the U.S. Surgeon General, craniofacial injuries sustained during sporting activities are a major...
by Mitesh Jivan DMD, MPH | Apr 2, 2012
Studies have shown both parents influence a high risk of caries in children, but guidance of the mothers oral health is greater impacted on his/ her child. Caries levels in children between the ages of 15-19 years old were twice as high when mothers had high level...
