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January 11, 2023
Frey's Syndrome Treatment
Frey's Syndrome, or gustatory sweating, is a rare, neurological disorder that causes a person to sweat excessively while eating. It most often occurs as a complication of surgery involving the parotid gland. It may also occur following neck dissection, facelifts, or trauma to the area around the gland. This patient had a benign tumor removed from behind her right ear in 1969. To her knowledge, she has been experiencing flushing, slight discomfort, and excessive sweating during meals since that time. Botulinum toxin injections have been shown to be an effective, conservative approach to managing these symptoms without more invasive surgical modalities being required. This proved to be a very helpful solution for the patient!
November 15, 2022
Cracked Teeth
Cracks on teeth can be caused by a myriad of reasons. More than one factor can be at play at the same time for a patient. Conditions that cause a cracked tooth include: teeth grinding (bruxism); large fillings that weaken the integrity of the tooth around it; habitual behaviors such as nail biting or ice chewing; accidents or sports injuries; age related degradation of tooth structure. Early diagnosis is key for preventing more costly dental work. At Gainesville Dentistry Co., we have invested in the technology needed to best observe and treat this condition.
October 19, 2022
Five Tips for Boosting Your Dental Hygiene
Many patients experience a common scenario as their hygiene appointment approaches. They begin to wonder if they have been doing their part for the last 6 months (or 3-4 months for periodontal patients) with their oral hygiene. They often picture what the hygienist may end up saying about their gum health. "Can I fool the hygienist by becoming a diligent flosser the week before my appointment?" The answer is no...and there is also a more simple, less stressful approach to maintaining your dental health year-round. Upgrade your dental care routine with these five simple steps!
