Kids: Sports and Energy Drinks, just say NO!
In previous blogs we’ve talked about how energy and sports drinks are not good for your teeth, they cause acid erosion. The high levels sugar change into acid in the mouth that eats away at the enamel of your teeth. In addition to this, the American Academy of Pediatrics is saying that sports drinks contribute not only to tooth decay, but also obesity. Energy drinks are even more harmful because they contain a number of substances that act like stimulants, such as caffeine. Caffeine has been associated with negative effects on kid’s health relating to both their neurological and cardiovascular development. 
So what’s the bottom line? For routine physical activity water is still the best way to hydrate. Hydrating should be done before, during and after sports. If it is necessary to consume a sports drink, alternate it with water and swallow it right away. Don’t swish it around in your mouth. Energy drinks are not a good idea period!
If you’re comcerned about physical activity, keeping hydrated and the health of your teeth or your children’s teeth, feel free to discuss it with Dr. Artemenko or one of our hygienists.
For more information, click on this link: http://www.ada.org/news/5970.aspx
WANTED: New Patients!
Are you tired of being talked at? Do you feel like you have no voice or say in your dental care? Or like you are a part on an assembly line, not a name or face, just a number? Do you work or live close to the Sterling Heights area? If so, we want the opportunity to meet and get to know you.
We are interested in you and what brings you to our dental office. So, your initial appointment may be a bit different from what you have experienced in the past. We will review in depth your medical and dental history, previous dental experiences, lifestyle and your expectations for your oral health. Additionally we will perform the following diagnostics:
A thorough gum screening and evaluation of periodontal conditions
- Complete set of x-rays
- Oral cancer screening
- Jaw joint and bite evaluation
- Assessment of any existing dental restorations for wear or breakdown
- Examination for any current decay
This will help us determine your present level of health as well as any immediate problems. If necessary, we can then create a comprehensive restorative blueprint.
We want you to know, in our opinion; you should expect and receive the best treatment and advice that contemporary dentistry has at its disposal. An open mind and continuous exchange of information about your dental circumstances are key components. You are entitled to an explanation of the availability and intricacies of advanced dental treatment and discussion of the investment of time and money of such treatment.
Please feel free, at any time, to ask questions about our recommendations or to make any suggestions. We believe an informed patient is highly motivated, which results in optimum care.
If you have financial help in the form of dental insurance, we are happy to assist you to receive the maximum benefits available. We also offer outside financing with interest free periods and extended fixed payment plans, please see our financing page. If you have dental insurance we ask that you come ready to handle any co-pays and/or deductibles that may apply to your visit. If you do not have any dental coverage we ask that you are prepared to pay for the services we provide at your visit.
Some people are fortunate to be in the group of people that only need regular preventative (cleaning) appointments and an occasional simple restoration. Some people are in need of more comprehensive dental work. In either case, we would love for you to come and visit us!
If you are coming to us for the first time with a dental emergency, you are welcome too! We will help you with your immediate concern and then schedule you another time to come back for the red carpet treatment.
Call us at (586)939-8800 or email us at: generalinfo@drjeart.com
John Artemenko Dds, Sterling Heights MI
