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 »
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 »
As important as it is to keep your teeth in good condition, their health is not your dentist’s only concern during a routine dental checkup. These visits also focus on your periodontal health. By doing so, we are able to watch for any worrying signs of infection that should be addressed. If you show signs… Read more »
The health and look of your gum tissues can be significant to your overall oral health, and your appearance. When it comes to your oral health, proper care at home, combined with regular dental exams, can offer you key support against problems like gingivitis. With that said, you should take the matter seriously if you… Read more »
Preventive dental care is meant to help you avoid common oral health issues like gum disease, or to help you prevent the more serious consequences that they could cause. For example, in most general cases, sticking to a schedule of regular checkups and cleanings can help you prevent the formation of cavities or gum disease… Read more »
Many common dental health issues, especially gum disease, become serious problems because patients fail to prevent them or address them in their earliest stages. For instance, gum disease is one of the most highly preventable conditions, yet it’s also the second-most common to occur, and it’s the main reason behind adult tooth loss. For many… Read more »
Gum disease is a significant concern for several reasons. On one hand, it’s the second-most common chronic oral health issue to affect adults, next to tooth decay. On the other hand, it’s the leading cause of adult tooth loss in adults, due mainly to the fact that patients often allow it to progress severely before… Read more »
Once you know that you have gum disease, you can take appropriate steps to treat it, starting with a visit to your dentist. However, for some patients, the signs of gum disease aren’t obvious, and the symptoms are often mistaken for minor occurrences. That’s because many people aren’t aware of what the early signs of… Read more »
Gum disease is slightly different for everyone, but for those who develop it, the threats are generally the same. As it progresses, gum disease destroys the periodontal tissues, ligaments, and jawbone structure that support your teeth. Because the disease involves rampant inflammation in your gums, it can also have a significant impact on your overall… Read more »
Though you may not realize it, periodontal (gum) disease probably affects most of the people you know. In fact, nearly 80% of adults in the United States are afflicted with the chronic condition, and it’s the number one cause of adult tooth loss. However, as a progressive illness, periodontal disease goes through several stages before… Read more »
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