IF YOU’RE PRONE TO SINUS INFECTIONS you may not think to visit with us. Well, perhaps you should! Tooth infections, also known as abscesses, can cause sinus infections. And, conversely, a sinus infection can make you feel like you have a toothache!

What Are Sinuses And How Can They Become Infected?

Your sinuses are a connected system of hollow chambers in your skull. Air passes through them to get warm and moist before moving to your lungs. Usually your body is able to keep your sinuses clean but sometimes bacteria can grow out of control and cause an infection.

Only The Maxillary Sinuses Can Be Infected By A Tooth

While you have several sinuses, only one set is affected by tooth-related issues. The maxillary sinuses are on either side of your nose and come in close contact with the roots of your upper teeth. Because the two are so close, abscesses from the upper back teeth can make their way into your maxillary sinus and cause an infection.

Contact Us At The First Sign Of Pain

Generally, tooth abscesses are painful. However, once in a while there’s no discomfort at all—it depends on the location of the infection. If you’re experiencing pain let us know, even if the pain goes away. We can help catch problems—and infections—before they spread.

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If you’re at all worried that your sinus infections are causing toothaches, or a tooth-related problem is causing sinus infections, don’t hesitate to call. We’d be happy to visit with you.

Stay Connected To Our Blog And Stay Healthier!

The connection between your overall health and oral health is amazing. Continue reading our blog posts to stay informed about the best ways to maintain your health!

We appreciate the trust you place in our practice!

THIS SUNDAY MUCH OF THE WORLD CELEBRATES motherhood and the many moms who have helped shape our lives. Most of us can thank a mom for our first smiles, subsequent years of grins and endless hours of care—including lots of help and encouragement taking care of our smiles. For ALL our mothers do, we want to say “thanks”!

The next time you eat, brush, floss or go see the dentist, stop and think about who taught you to do all those things? It may have been a dad or someone else who watched over you, but chances are it was your mom. Regardless of who it was, the individual(s) who taught you how to take care of yourself—and your smile—have made a big difference in your life.

This Mother’s Day, when you talk to your own mom or send a message to another mom who’s important to you, think about all the times that person made you smile. If that special somebody helped you with oral care, say “thank you” specifically for that! Let us know what that person says back to you by commenting below! We’d like to hear what their reactions might be!

After all, if it weren’t for the people who cared for us and taught us about good oral hygiene, we’d probably all have less to smile about (and fewer teeth to smile with).

A Fun, Thank You Tribute To Moms

If you have a favorite memory of mom, we’d love to hear about it. Share it with us in the comments below or on our Facebook page.

Have a great Mother’s Day!

YES, WE ALL LIVE ON BUDGETS, right? When life throws us a curve ball, it can be tempting to postpone our dental treatments. Resist that temptation! There’s a better way to save money and stay healthy: A Preventative Dental Care Plan.

Part 1: Do Your Part At Home

All you need is a toothbrush, some dental floss, and five minutes of your day. Thorough daily brushing and flossing removes bacteria and sugar in your mouth and helps to prevent tooth decay. This is the most important part of your new preventative care plan and only you can do it!

Part 2: Don’t Skip Your Dental Visits

Let us help you! Deep cleanings from our team can reach those areas you can’t—such as below the gums—and can help fight plaque and other dental demons. Regular maintenance appointments are less expensive than restorative work.

Part 3: Fix Problems Early

Many people admit that they only visit the dentist when they feel something is wrong. If you don’t wait until it’s too late, your visit can be comfortable and convenient. By keeping your regular checkups we can catch and address possible issues while they’re still small.

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Your Preventative Plan May Be A Life Saver

By following your plan you can better protect yourself from major issues down the road. Some studies even indicate that neglecting your oral health may lead to other health issues including cardiovascular problems and diabetes. Faithfully following your “Preventative Dental Care Plan” helps keep you healthy.

Questions?

Let us know if you have any questions about your at-home oral care techniques. You can ask questions below or stop by our Facebook page to send us a direct message.

Thank you for being our patients and friends!

JCDS would like to welcome TASAN to our TEAM!

Tasan is our new Patient Concierge. She attended Mercy Academy “Alpha” and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of the West Indies. Tasan has also worked at one of the top Customer Service companies in the United States. Hence, with her vast experience, and warm personality, she will make you feel at home away from home. In her free time, Tasan loves to dance!!

JCDS would like to wish Petergae Good Luck and Best wishes.  She will be getting married soon and migrating.

As you know, Petergae was our Patient Concierge.  Patients got to know and love her, and called asking for her by name.

Last Friday was Petergae’s last day.  We enjoyed spending time together as a TEAM, and wish her all the best in her future.

SASKIA IS OUR AMAZING DENTAL Assistant. She is always willing to go above and beyound to exceed the patient’s expectations. We asked her a few questions to help our patients get to know her better. Check out her answers below:

How long have you worked with Dr Holmes?

I have worked with Dr. Holmes for the last 6 years

Where did you go to high school?

Holy Child Hood High School

Could you give some personal background?

I’m married and I have 2 children

What are your hobbies?

Reading, cooking, and drawing

Do you have a nickname?

Sas

List your favourites;

Book: A Brighter Sun
Movie: The Others, Haunting in Connecticut 1, What Lies Beneath, Down to Earth
Music: Chronixx, Gospel

What is most rewarding about your job?

When you are finished with a case and you hand the patient the mirror and they cannot stop smiling. It’s amazing making someone’s image of themselves come to fruition.

Favorite weekend activity?

Cooking Sunday dinner

Name one thing about yourself that most people don’t know:

I’m afraid of heights and small spaces

What makes you laugh?

My kids, when they do and say silly things

We hope that you enjoyed getting to know Saskia better. Here at Jamaica Cosmetic Dental Services, we feel really fortunate to have her as a member of our team. If YOU have any questions of your own for Saskia, feel free to write them in the comments section below and we’ll pass them along to Saskia.

We look forward to seeing you at our next appointment!