Blog/News - Shelby Township
Sinus Issues and Tooth Problems
Spring is such a beautiful time of the year. The snow has finally melted, the birds are singing songs early in the quiet morning, trees are budding and the flowers are blooming and yes allergies strike! If you are one of the millions of people who have seasonal...
What to do if you have a dental emergency
What to do if you have a dental emergency Hi, this is Dr. Antolak from TheGentleDentist.com in Shelby Township, Michigan. And today I'd like to talk to you about dental emergencies. For us right now it's the beginning of the summer and the summer time becomes...
Dr Robert Antolak – The Gentle Dentist
Dr. Robert Antolak - The Gentle Dentist Hi, this is Dr. Antolak from the gentledentist.com in Shelby Township, Michigan. Today what I want to do is just to talk a little bit about who I am. I've been in the practice of dentistry for 27 years now. I graduated from the...
Macomb County Dentist Provides Tip on Treating Dry Mouth
I often have patients who present with a very dry mouth and this can lead to many different problems including dental decay, periodontal disease, mouth breathing, mouth sores in the soft tissues from yeast infections and even snoring. When I ask them if they have a...
Cosmetic Dentist in Shelby Discusses Dental Crowns and Cavities
I had to replace a crown on an a recent patient of mine the other day because of a cavity that occurred under an old crown. They were surprised to find out that it was possible for this to happen and thought this would be a great topic to address. I would like to...
Shelby Dentist Discusses Diabetes and the Effects on the Oral Condition
I want to focus on diabetes and the effects it has on the oral condition. Here are some statistics about diabetes: 8% of our population is affected by diabetes It affects 27% of adults 65 and older. It is the seventh most common cause of death in the United States....
Shelby Twp. Dentist Explains Periodontal Disease
One health concern we have as a dental professional is the relationship between Periodontal disease or pyorrhea and diabetes and/or smoking. Periodontal Disease or Pyorrhea is an infection of the gums and the surrounding supporting structures of the teeth. This...
Shelby Dentist Answers Question about Obama Healthcare
Shelby Dentist Answers Question about Obama Healthcare I want to address some of the most common questions that are asked in our office so I asked Jessica, one of our hygienists to address this. Here is her response: I am asked the question on how the Affordable...
Shelby Twp. Cosmetic Dentist Talks About New Developments in Dentistry
Shelby Twp. Cosmetic Dentist Talks About New Developments in Dentistry There are many developments taking place in dentistry, nutrition and overall health. I will attempt to bring you the latest information as I discover it and as it rolls across my desk or in a...
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