Bellevue Family Dentistry | Green Bay, WI

08/07/2026

Medications That Can Increase the Risk of Cavities
Many medications, especially those given to children, contain sugar. Sugar is also found in antacid tablets, antifungal agents, cough drops, and many chewable tablets, such as vitamins. Too much sugar can lead to cavities.
What to do about sugar in medications:
• If possible, take the medication in tablet form.
• Take the medications at mealtimes.
• Avoid taking the medication right before bed.
• Ensure you or your children brush with fluoride toothpaste or chew sugarless gum after taking the medication.
• Seek regular preventive dental care.

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07/29/2026

What is a denture?
People wear dentures to replace lost or missing teeth so they can enjoy a healthy diet and smile with confidence.
A complete denture is one that replaces all the natural teeth in either the upper or lower jaw.
A partial denture fills in the spaces left by lost or missing teeth. It may fasten to your natural teeth with metal clasps.
Why should I wear dentures?
Complete dentures replace all your missing teeth. They will help you to eat comfortably and speak clearly, and will provide you with a smile to boost your self-esteem.
Partial dentures are supported by the remaining teeth, with clasps holding them in place. Partial dentures are used to close gaps between teeth and to prevent remaining teeth from tipping into the open space. They also aid in speech, chewing, and a healthy smile.
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07/28/2026

07/27/2026

Dry Mouth
More than 400 medications can cause dry mouth. Saliva cleans your mouth, but if it's not flowing normally and a dry mouth develops, you'll be more prone to gum infections and tooth decay.
The most common types of medications that cause dry mouth include:
• Antihistamines
• Decongestants
• High blood pressure medications (including diuretics, calcium channel blockers, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors)
• Antidepressants
• Sedatives
• Pain medications
• Parkinson's disease medications
• Antacids
What to do about dry mouth: If dry mouth is severe as a result of your medication, you can ask your doctor to switch your medication to something else. If that isn't recommended, here are some tips to help alleviate dry mouth symptoms:
• Ask your doctor or dentist about using an artificial saliva product.
• Sip water or any sugarless drink throughout the day.
• Skip or cut down on caffeinated beverages, alcohol, and to***co because they contribute to a dry mouth.
• Drink water or a sugarless drink while eating to make swallowing and chewing easier.
• Suck on sugarless candy or gum to promote saliva production.
• Avoid salty and spicy foods, which can cause pain to an already dry mouth.
• Use a humidifier at night.

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07/24/2026

Root Canal
So many people fear the procedure, some even avoid the dentist when they think they might need a root canal. But in reality, root canals are meant to relieve pain — a deep aching cavity or abscess won't go away on its own. All those ideas about the procedure being painful are old news. With today's numbing, the procedure is no more painful than getting a filling.
Root canals do take a couple of hours to complete, as the dentist works step by step, carefully cleaning out any infection, but that's the part that will prevent you from being in pain in the future. Consider bringing wireless earbuds to listen to music or an audiobook to pass the time and distract you from focusing on the procedure.
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07/22/2026

Dentistry is not expensive; neglect is…

Routine visits to the dentist can prevent or catch problems at less expensive stages. Therefore, it is recommended that an individual visit the dentist every six months. This allows your dentist to recognize issues as they arise, minimizing the number of major procedures you would need. In addition, by routinely visiting the dentist, you will promote prevention rather than treating the problem in its late stages.
For example, your dentist can place a protective shield, called a sealant, on the chewing surface of your teeth to protect your enamel and prevent cavities from forming. The cost of a sealant is a fraction of the cost of having a cavity filled. This case illustrates the importance of routine dental visits. Down the road, you will save your money and teeth!
Likewise, if a cavity is left untreated, it will dig deep until it reaches your tooth's root. That can only be treated by a procedure called Root Canal Therapy (RCT). A Root Canal is more costly than a filling. So, fixing the cavity when it's diagnosed would be a less expensive option.
Considering this, preventing any dental disease from becoming too serious will save you money. The goal is prevention; to do that, you must visit the dentist regularly.
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07/20/2026

What are Dental X-rays Used For?
Dentists can see the visible part of the tooth in an X-ray and everything from the tip of the roots to the bones underneath your gums. These X-rays help your dentist diagnose specific, isolated symptoms you might be facing.
Conditions that dentists can screen for via an X-ray. Range from a simple cavity and the amount of decay to gum disease, bone loss, cysts, abscesses, and other masses that can be caught early. Dentists can also identify how many wisdom teeth are present and missing or impacted teeth, meaning faster, more efficient care for you.

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07/17/2026

Healthy mouth, Healthy body.
The mouth is a window into the body's health. It can show signs of nutritional deficiencies or general infection. For example, diseases that affect the entire body, such as diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, may become apparent because of oral health problems. The mouth is filled with countless bacteria linked to tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. Researchers have found that periodontitis (the advanced form of periodontal disease that can cause tooth loss) leads to other health problems, such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, and bacterial pneumonia. Likewise, pregnant women with periodontitis may be at increased risk of delivering preterm or low-birth-weight infants.
Prevention may be an essential step in maintaining overall health, given the potential link between periodontitis and systemic health problems
Schedule regular dental checkups. Professional cleanings are the only way to remove calculus (tartar), which traps plaque bacteria along the gum line.
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