Drs. Dennis Nishimine, Dee Nishimine, & Sophia Tseng would like to thank you for visiting our website. In this section we will provide monthly updates of what is new or exciting about our office and our staff.
"Beautiful Smiles Through Periodontics and Dental Implants"
Contact us today! Having dinner with VJ and had dolma which he says is good!!!
6/17/10 Today we provided a dental implant for Dr. DeLaO's Father and this is probably the best "Father's Day" gift we could provide. A great smile. Mr. DeLaO says "this was so simple and there was almost NO discomfort."
6/10/10 Now speaking with Jeffery B. Evans, DDS about how much he likes Fresno!!!! Dr. Evans is a Pediatric dentist who is coming to Fresno to establish his practice to serve the Pediactric needs of the area. We would like to Welcome Dr. Evans and his family.
5/28/10
Please look at our new page on SEDATION!!!
Dr. Dennis Nishimine, has just completed an additional 80 hours of CE course for Sedation.
Your comfort and understanding are critical in the success of your case. We can make it a simple and pleasant for you to help create a beautiful smile.
Have a great and safe Memorial Day weekend!!!
Heart disease and oral health: role of oral bacteria in heart plaque
BOSTON, MA — The billions of bacteria and other microscopic critters that live in the mouth unquestionably influence the health of teeth and gums. But do they also cause problems for the heart and blood vessels? And can improving oral health prevent cardiovascular problems?
The notion that problems in the mouth cause diseases elsewhere in the body makes sense but has been difficult to prove, explains the Harvard Heart Letter. Scientists are exploring several mechanisms that may connect the two processes. In people with periodontitis (erosion of tissue and bone that support the teeth), chewing and toothbrushing release bacteria into the bloodstream. Several species of bacteria that cause periodontitis have been found in the atherosclerotic plaque in arteries in the heart and elsewhere. This plaque can lead to heart attack.
Oral bacteria could also harm blood vessels or cause blood clots by releasing toxins that resemble proteins found in artery walls or the bloodstream. The immune system's response to these toxins could harm vessel walls or make blood clot more easily. It is also possible that inflammation in the mouth revs up inflammation throughout the body, including in the arteries, where it can lead to heart attack and stroke.
Although we sill have a lot to learn about whether, and how, periodontitis and other oral problems are linked to heart disease, the Harvard Heart Letter notes that it still makes good sense to take care of your teeth. Brush and floss every day, and see your dentist at least twice a year for regular cleanings and oral exams. This will pay off for your oral health and just may benefit your heart as well.
Keep Brushing and Flossing and save your Beautiful Smile!!!
It's no surprise Drs. Dennis Nishimine, Dee Nishimine, and Sophia Tseng want you to floss.
Absolutely, as periodontist we're going to talk you into flossing anyway, in fact, the old saying in the dental field is you don't have to floss them all, just the ones you want to keep.
We recommend that you floss two times per day and brush 5 times per day , to keep your teeth -- and your health.
The theory behind what's going on is when you don't floss, you get a form of gum disease and gum disease is an INFECTION. A lot of times you don't even know you have it , your gums bleed, you think nothing of it because it doesn't hurt.
The periodontal infection could be hurting you more than you think.
When the infection gets into the bloodstream and it circulates and it can get lodged in your heart of your brain, or if you're pregnant, lodging in your your unborn child and many think there is a risk factor for diabetes.
The majoritiy of the adult population have some stage of gum disease.
Gum and periodontal infections have a correlationship to heart disease, stroke, respiratory disease, diabetes, low birth weight babies, premature term babies and many other potential risk factors for other systemic diseases.
To fight off gum or periodontal infections, try to brush 5 times per day and floss 2 two times per day. Look at the OHI section on brushing and flossing.
Please see your dentist or periodontist 3-4 times per year for your dental cleanings and Brush and Floss.
Drs. Dennis Nishimine, Dee Nishimine and Sophia Tseng are concerned about oral lesions! We provide a Head & Neck evaluation at each and every visit with the update or your medical History.
Our most recent testimonial:
"I was very nervous about having the implant procedure. Was very surprised that it was so easy! Very satisfied and will have more done. If anyone is nervous about having an implant there is no need. The whole experience was great!! I would highly recommend this being done for anyone that has missing teeth. Have no fear! Sherry R 2/10
If you have any questions or commments please provide them so we may provide ideal periodontal implant therapy for you.
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