When you look at your smile in the mirror, are your gums at the same level as in years past? If your gumline begins to recede, it could be a sign of a latent gum infection. Other common signs include sore tissues, chronic bad breath, and bleeding whenever you brush or floss. By reporting these… Read more »
Category: Gum Disease
Practices To Maintain Your Healthy Gums
Have you noticed a recession in your gumline compared to when you were younger? If you are concerned about the movement of your gums, talk to your dentist about strategies to improve their health. They could inspect your smile for evidence of gum infection and provide periodontal maintenance when necessary. Gum disease results from an… Read more »
Taking Steps To Improve Your Gum Health
Have you started to see a shift in your gumline? When this happens, take the time to meet with your dentist to see what is going on. This may be a result of an infection within your periodontal tissue, and it is important to take steps to keep your gums safe. Gum disease is a… Read more »
Is It Time For A Dental Checkup?
What steps do you take to protect your smile? The oral hygiene habits you perform each day form the basis for your care, but regular checkups are necessary to catch threats you cannot see on your own. If it has been a while since your last checkup, there is always time to schedule a cleaning… Read more »
Dental Cleanings Protect Gums And Teeth
The care put into maintaining your oral health protects you against cavities, and it can also help you avoid problems with your gums. Fighting problems with gingivitis can be more important than you realize. When this condition is not prevented, and it is not treated in time, you can experience issues with gum disease that are serious… Read more »
Can My Dentist Update Me On My Gum Health?
How can you tell if your gums are healthy? Knowing what state these tissues are in is more important than you might anticipate. If you let problems form and go untreated, an infection can turn into a serious concern, one that makes you vulnerable to potentially serious issues with your smile and overall well-being. There… Read more »
General Dentistry And Gum Health
At general dental checkups, you receive feedback regarding the condition of your smile. You can expect to learn whether or not you have cavity issues, but you should know that these appointments provide more than just updates about decay. At Sunny Smiles, we perform thorough reviews for our patients when they come in for general… Read more »
General Dentistry And Gum Disease
The regular appointments you schedule with your dentist offer an important line of defense against dental decay. What they also do is help you avoid potential problems with your periodontal health. Gum disease can pose a bigger threat than you realize. In time, an infection can become so serious that you run the risk of… Read more »
Dental Checkups And Gingivitis Prevention
When you brush and floss your teeth, you can effectively protect yourself against several issues. You will remove bacteria as well as any food particles left from the day’s meals and snacks, lowering your risk for plaque and tartar buildup. This helps you avoid cavities, but it also helps you to stay protected against gingivitis…. Read more »
Why We Discuss Periodontal Health At Dental Checkups
Your dental checkups are important for many reasons, not just because they provide help with possible cavity problems. During a review of your oral health, your dentist will look out for any signs of trouble. One particular concern is gum disease. If symptoms of gingivitis are present during your appointment, we can arrange a periodontal… Read more »