Oral Cancer

I see a lot of patients during a work week.  One item i see articles about is making sure clinicians perform a soft tissue check on patients during an oral exam.  This part of the oral exam is a way to stay on top of oral cancer.  It's doesn't prevent oral cancer, but helps identify it hopefully before it becomes a larger issue.  According to the National Institute of Health the incidence of cancer is 10.5 people per 100,000.  While that sounds low, if you are one of the few that develop oral cancer I'm sure you would want to know about it in its infancy.  The best way to find it early is to have regular checkups at your dentist and make sure your dentist is checking out your gums, cheeks, floor of mouth, back of throat, and roof of mouth.  If you look in the mirror one morning and notice something that wasn't there before it's not a bad idea to get it checked out.  It's better to be safe than sorry when it comes to oral cancer.  If you have any questions about your oral health or about our office please visit our website at the link below or call our office to come in for a visit.

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.

Zoom Bleaching and Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is very popular.  There are options at your dental office as well as retail stores such as Walmart.  The retail kits can cost upwards of $50 for something that really isn't custom.  The trays sold in retail kits are designed to fit the mouths of 80% of the population.  This means they don't fit well leading to irritated gums and a disgruntled consumer most likely.  The alternatives are offered by a dental office.  Our office offers take-home bleaching trays as well as an in-office method of whitening.  Currently we offer Zoom for bleaching teeth in the office.  The total time for the procedure takes about 1 1/2 hours.  The results vary by patient, but overall have been very successful.  Take-home trays are another option for whitening your teeth.  Bleaching with trays is done daily over a period of a week.  This option appeals to individuals that want white teeth but are more budget conscious.  If you desire to have whiter teeth or are due for a dental checkup please visit our website at the link below or give us a call.

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.

Dental Insurance Plans We Accept

We accept many different insurance plans available to consumers - both employer sponsored plans as well as individual plans.  Sometimes finding a provider that is in-network is the largest stumbling block to seeking care.  That's a big reason we are in-network with a long list of insurance companies.  This eliminates that stumbling block.  Not all,but some of the insurance plans we accept are:
Delta Dental PPO
Delta Dental Premier
Delta Dental DeltaCare
Humana
Cigna
Aetna
Metlife
Anthem BCBS Traditional, FEP, Blue 100,200,300
Guardian
Assurant
Dentemax
Principal
DentaSelect
Ameritas
United Concordia
United Health Care

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.

Electric ToothBrushes

As I have posted in other blogs, it is important to brush and floss to keep cavities and bone loss from running rampant.  Several companies make electric toothbrushes including Oralb and Sonicare.  Price on these brushes range from $6-$200+.  You may ask what the difference is and will get different answers.  I believe the $6 spinbrushes that you see on the shelf at walmart are a good starter brush.  Those who aren't sure whether an electric brush will be any better than a manual brush should start there.  After experimenting with that brush you can step up to a better electric brush with more 'bells and whistles'.  The more expensive toothbrushes track your time spent on brushing, and have different brushing modes.  If you have further questions about electric toothbrushes call our office or visit our website at the link below.

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.

Better Home Care

Better home care refers to better brushing and more effective flossing.  I consistently see individuals who are collecting plaque and calculus behind their lower front teeth.  The importance of brushing well is important for long-term tooth and gum health.  Keeping debris off your teeth will help keep cavities from forming.  Keeping debris away from your gums will keep inflammation and subsequent gum recession from occurring.  It's important to use a good toothbrush and floss.  I typically recommend a soft bristle brush and good sturdy floss.  Some people have a hard time getting things cleaned adequately, possibly due to extra space between teeth or decreased dexterity.  For those people I commonly recommend electric brushes or electric flossers.  In my up-coming posts I will be talking more about electric brushes and flossers available on the market.  If you have more questions about improving your oral care, please call our office or visit our website by clicking on the hyperlink below.

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.

Flossing

Flossing is something you'll hear from your dentist and hygienist that you need to do more of.  Floss comes in several shapes and sizes.  The important thing is to floss regularly.  Some studies are showing that a Waterpik can replace the use of floss.  Whether using a Waterpik or traditional floss, the idea is to remove debris from between teeth.  The longer debris remains interproximal the more damage and inflammation it causes the bone and gum(periodontitis and gingivitis).  I recommend flossing daily.  Some patients complain that they can't get their hands all the way back to the back teeth.  We have tested methods and tools to help you get the task done.  If you have further questions about flossing technique, types of floss, or just need a regular dentist please give us a call or visit our website for more information.

 

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.