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Carmel Valley Orthodontist Welcomes Daughter and Son to Join Dental Practice

Carmel Valley, Orthodontist Anton J. Bisbas, D.D.S. is proud to announce the addition of both his daughter and son to his office.

Dr. Morgan Bisbas is a board eligible pediatric dentist that specializes in the dental care of children under twenty-one years of age. She has extensive experience treating children and has been chief of staff of Pediatric Dentisty at UNLV for the last two years. Dr. Morgan is passionate, energetic and is eager and committed to providing the best comprehensive care to her patients.

Dr. Spencer Bisbas has completed his residency in Orthodontics at the USC
School of Dentistry. He has been trained at the same school his father attended and will bring new ideas, technology and energy into the practice.

The elder Dr. Bisbas states, “I am so proud and pleased to be able to have the opportunity to share my passion for orthodontics and dentistry with my children. It’s a dream come true.”

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Congratulations Spencer and Morgan!

Spencer was selected by the USC School of Dentistry to complete his post graduate dental studies in the field of Orthodontics. Morgan will attend the UNLV School of Dentistry to complete her post graduate dental studies in the field of Pedodontics. Both will graduate in 2020. Very proud of my children!

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Congratulations Alexa!

Congratulations to my daughter Alexa for completing her Masters in Accounting at USC and joining KPMG to begin her career in accounting!  We are proud of you!

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Congratulations Morgan!

Congratulations to my daughter Morgan for her graduation from the USC School of Dentistry, Class of 2015! You are remarkable and I am very proud of you!

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USC Event Provides Dental Care To 500 Special Olympics Athletes.

The ADA News (8/31, Manchir) reports that “more than 150 students and 25 faculty members at University of Southern California’s Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry” provided dental care to 500 Special Olympics athletes in July and August. The students and faculty members provided extractions, restorations, root canals, and partial dentures to the athletes, marking “the first time athletes were able to access significant dental treatment as part of the Special Olympics Healthy Athletes program, according to the school.” Dr. Santosh Sundaresan, chair for community oral health programs at the school, said, “It was an eye opener to see the immense dental need in these athletes and the significant lack of access to dental care for them, even for athletes from USA and other developed countries.” Dr. Santosh Sundaresan added, “It is my hope that this triggers a change in the mindset and the way we treat these amazing Special Athletes.”

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Community Water Fluoridation

The safety and benefits of fluoride are well documented. For 70 years, people in the United States have benefited from drinking water with fluoride, leading to better dental health.

Drinking fluoridated water keeps the teeth strong and reduced tooth decay by approximately 25% in children and adults. By preventing tooth decay, community water fluoridation has been shown to save money, both for families and the health care system.

Over the past several decades, there have been major improvements in the nation’s oral health. Still, tooth decay remains one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood. Community water fluoridation has been identified as the most cost-effective method of delivering fluoride to all members of the community, regardless of age, educational attainment, or income level.

Nearly all water contains some fluoride, but usually not enough to help prevent tooth decay or cavities. Community water systems can add the right amount of fluoride to the local drinking water to prevent tooth decay.

Community water fluoridation is recommended by nearly all public health, medical, and dental organizations including the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, US Public Health Service, and World Health Organization. Because of its contribution to the dramatic decline in tooth decay in the United States since the 1960s, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) named community water fluoridation one of 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century.

http://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/

 

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Energy gels, drinks wreak havoc

USA TODAY 
Picture the typical endurance athlete: chiseled body, strong focus on good health, well-versed in proper nutrition. And a mouth full of rotting teeth. Acids and sugars in the sports drinks, energy gels and other snacks routinely consumed by runners, cyclists and swimmers are wreaking havoc on the dental hygiene of athletes and nonathletes alike, causing a range of problems including loss of enamel, tooth decay and gum disease. 

     Chiseled body, chipping teeth: Energy gels, drinks wreak havoc 

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Handling an Orthodontic Emergency

If you have an orthodontic issue please click on the link below for some very helpful information:

Handling Orthodontic Emergencies

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April Is National Facial Protection Month.

April Is National Facial Protection Month.

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The Fairfield (CA) Daily Republic (3/16) reports that April is National Facial Protection Month, which is sponsored by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and co-sponsored by the American Dental Association and other organizations. “These organizations naturally emphasize the importance of mouth guards,” the Daily Republic reports, adding that many people do not realize that “the list of activities in which mouth guards are recommended is expanding” to include activities such as martial arts, boxing, football, volleyball, softball, bicycling, “and even cheerleading.” The article then goes on to advocate for stricter bicycle helmet laws, noting that “motorcycle riders without helmets were once a common sight” too.

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Gum Disease Preventable With Proper Oral Hygiene, Healthy Diet, Regular Dental Visits.

Gum Disease Preventable With Proper Oral Hygiene, Healthy Diet, Regular Dental Visits.

The Fort Campbell (KY) Courier (4/3, Young) reports that many basic daily activities, such as speaking, smiling, chewing and even smelling “are dependent on having good oral health,” which in turn can be ensured through proper oral hygiene. The article goes on to focus on gum disease specifically, noting that over time gum irritation “can progress until the gums detach themselves from the teeth, forming pockets,” eventually leading to tooth and bone loss. Proper oral hygiene, including brushing twice daily and flossing daily, visiting the dentist regularly, and avoiding tobacco products are the best way to help prevent gum disease. Additionally, “a poor diet that is low in vitamin C, calcium, vitamin D or magnesium can compromise gum tissue’s ability to heal and can speed up bone loss,” the article reports.

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