Habits that Wreck Your Teeth: Cough Drops

Just because cough drops are sold in the medicine aisle doesn't mean they’re healthy. Most are loaded with sugar. So after soothing your throat with a lozenge, be sure to brush well. Whether the sugar comes from a cough drop or a hard candy, it reacts with the sticky plaque that coats your teeth. Then bacteria in the plaque convert the sugar into an acid that eats away at tooth enamel. Hello, cavities.
 
Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Drs. Null, Seidel & Dental Associates 

353 York Street Front

Gettysburg, PA 17325

(717) 334-8193

Dental Crowns Dentist

Natural-Looking Crowns Made While You Wait
Do you have a broken tooth that needs protecting? You’ve come to the right place. Drs. Null, Siedel & Dental Associates is one of the region’s first practices offering crowns made with CEREC™, an amazingly precise computer milling machine that makes crowns right here in the office, in about an hour. If you can believe it, CEREC means no need for temporaries, extra visits, or ill-fitting crowns. CEREC crowns are convenient and aesthetically desirable, but that’s not all! Function is just as important. These modern restorations bring a dramatic reduction in the risk of future cracking and the possibility of root canal treatment. With a custom design and precision fit, CEREC restorations bond to the tooth with the optimum strength available. If you have ever had a crown placed the traditional way, you will be amazed at the difference!
 
Drs. Null, Seidel & Dental Associates 

353 York Street Front

Gettysburg, PA 17325

(717) 334-8193

Dental Implants Dentist

Dental Implants – Beautiful Replacements for Any Number of Missing Teeth
Missing teeth can cause difficulties in chewing and make you self-conscious about your smile. We have an excellent solution – dental implant restorations! Dental implants are artificial tooth roots placed in your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. They are teeth that can look and feel just like your own. They are an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth. After a titanium post is placed, we will custom-create natural-looking restorations. These will match the rest of your teeth, function just like the originals, and be visually impossible for anyone to detect! Get the smile you deserve – permanently!

Drs. Null, Seidel & Dental Associates 

353 York Street Front

Gettysburg, PA 17325

(717) 334-8193

Sedation Dentistry

Eliminate Decay Without Discomfort
Air Abrasion uses a gentle spray of an air and powder mist to remove tooth decay without any noise, vibration, or needles in many cases. Air abrasion can also repair chipped teeth, remove stains, and prepare your teeth for cosmetic procedures.

We offer several sedation options for patients who might otherwise experience anxiety with dental procedures, such as inhalation nitrous oxide. Dr. Smith also offers general anesthesia for children. Sedation dentistry allows patients who otherwise would avoid the dentist to receive dental treatment necessary for a healthy smile. 


 Drs. Null, Seidel & Dental Associates 

353 York Street Front

Gettysburg, PA 17325

(717) 334-8193

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth - Tongue Piercings

Tongue piercings may be trendy, but biting down on the metal stud can crack a tooth. Lip piercings pose a similar risk. And when metal rubs against the gums, it can cause gum damage that may lead to tooth loss. The mouth is also a haven for bacteria, so piercings raise the risk of infections and sores. Bottom line, discuss the health risks with your dentist first.

Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Drs. Null, Seidel & Dental Associates 

353 York Street Front

Gettysburg, PA 17325

(717) 334-8193

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth - Playing Sports With No Mouth Guard

Whether you play football, hockey, or any other contact sport, don't get in the game without a mouth guard. This is a piece of molded plastic that protects the upper row of teeth. Without it, your teeth could get chipped or even knocked out when the action gets rough. Self-fitting mouth guards may be purchased at a store, or you can have one custom made by your dentist.

Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Drs. Null, Seidel & Dental Associates 

353 York Street Front
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-8193

Habits That Wreck Your Teeth - Chewing on Ice

It’s natural and sugar free, so you might think ice is harmless. But munching on hard, frozen cubes can chip or even crack your teeth. And if your mindless chomping irritates the soft tissue inside a tooth, regular toothaches may follow. Hot foods and cold foods may trigger quick, sharp jabs of pain or a lingering toothache. Next time you get the urge for ice, chew some sugarless gum instead.

Above article from: webmd.com/oral-health

Drs. Null, Seidel & Dental Associates 

353 York Street Front
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-8193