by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Mar 30, 2026 | Dental Health Tips
TL;DR — Key TakeawaysOver 40 million GLP-1 prescriptions were dispensed in the US in 202415-24% of GLP-1 users report dry mouth, dramatically increasing cavity and gum disease riskAcid reflux (GERD) from GLP-1 drugs can erode tooth enamelAlways tell your dentist...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Mar 30, 2026 | Preventive Care
TL;DR — Key TakeawaysPeople with gum disease have a 2-3x higher risk of heart attack (American Heart Association)Oral bacteria enter the bloodstream daily through inflamed gumsTreating periodontal disease can reduce HbA1c by 0.4% in diabetic patientsResearchers...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Mar 30, 2026 | Cosmetic Dentistry
TL;DR — Key TakeawaysPorcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells bonded to teeth to transform shape, color, and alignmentTraditional veneers last 10-15+ years with proper care; no-prep options preserve more enamelThe process typically requires 2-3 appointments...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Mar 30, 2026 | Cosmetic Dentistry
TL;DR — Key TakeawaysDental implants last 25+ years, preserve jawbone, nearly 100% bite forceDentures cost less upfront but need replacement every 5-7 years, only 20-25% bite forceDenture wearers lose 25% of jawbone volume in the first yearImplant-supported...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Mar 30, 2026 | General Dentistry
TL;DR — Key TakeawaysAI diagnostic tools achieve 90%+ accuracy detecting cavities on X-raysAI-assisted treatment planning reduces complications for dental implantsPredictive analytics identifies high-risk patients before problems developAI is a decision-support...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Mar 14, 2023 | General Dentistry
When someone experiences dental pain, their thoughts go toward having a dental cavity. Interestingly, there are many other reasons for the problem. Here we have listed the top 7 reasons for dental pain, except for cavities. Read the list to realize which one is yours...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Mar 14, 2023 | General Dentistry
When people age, they often don’t take enough time for self-care. They don’t pay much attention to their oral health, leading to many issues. If you are a senior citizen or a caregiver for a senior citizen, you need to know the top 7 reasons why senior...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Feb 6, 2023 | Dental Health Tips
Men and women are very different from each other. We all know that, right? But did you know that men and women are also extremely different regarding oral health? Sounds interesting? Read on to know how different men and women are in oral health. Men Take More Risks...
by Dr. Rudy Saldamando, DDS | Jan 31, 2023 | Dental Health Tips
TL;DR — Key Takeaways A comprehensive at-home dental routine requires 7 key tools beyond just a toothbrush Electric toothbrushes remove more plaque than manual brushing (Cochrane Review evidence) Brushing alone cleans only 60% of tooth surfaces — floss or...
by Site Developer | Jun 27, 2022 | Preventive Care
Swelling in gums or swollen gums is a common oral health issue. It can happen due to many causes and can go away on its own. You can also follow some dos and don’ts to make it go away or avoid it altogether. Read on to know more about swelling in gums and the dos and...
