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Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is when bacteria have invaded the gum tissue and it is not healthy. Often patients are unaware that they are suffering from gum disease unless they are told by a dentist. There are two main categories that the stages of gum disease are broken into:
The American Dental Association recommends using floss once a day. Patients will often ask if this should be done in the morning or at night. What we find is that as long as you are flossing around the same time each day, then you will be less likely to forget to do it. It’s more … Do’s and Don’ts of Flossing
Have you even been in the dental aisle at the drug store and completely overwhelmed by all of the different choices of toothpaste there are? It can be tricky knowing which toothpaste is the best for your health when there are so many options! This article will help you navigate the dental aisle more easily … 9 Tips For Choosing the Best Toothpaste
There is a connection between the heart and the mouth that many people are unaware of. There has been a lot of research investigating this connection and it has shown that people with gum disease (periodontal disease) are more likely to have heart disease. The American Academy of General Dentistry published a report showing that … The Heart and Mouth Connection – What you Need to Know about Heart Disease and Gum Disease
What are the warning signs of Gum Disease? Often patients are suffering from Gum Disease and they do not even know it. Gum Disease, also know as Periodontal Disease, is infection and chronic inflammation of the gums and surrounding tissues. Since it is painless in the majority of cases, patients are unaware of what is … Warning Signs of Gum Disease
7 Types of Cosmetic Dentistry Cosmetic dentistry is getting more popular than ever. This article will detail the different types available today and when they are indicated. It is important to know that while the American Dental Association does not classify cosmetic dentistry as a specialty of training, cosmetic dentists spend thousands of hours training … 7 Types of Cosmetic Dentistry
It looks like your parents were right when they lectured you about the importance of dental hygiene; however they may not have known all the reasons why. A study has confirmed what we already know – that a white and evenly spaced set of teeth makes people seem more attractive, but the study has also … Smile! Why white teeth are a sign of good health.
To eat or not to eat? That is the question you should pose to yourself before you reach for that bag of sour gummy worms! It’s no secret to any of us that sugar isn’t good for our teeth. Our parents and dentists have reminded us since childhood not to drink too much soda or … Good vs. Evil: What Foods are Your Friends?
Sweets and sugary foods have a lot to do with tooth decay, but whether or not you develop cavities or gum disease depends on several factors. The foods you eat are one part of the recipe, but how often you eat is also key, along with whether you’re genetically predisposed to develop tooth or gum … Are Food Choices Destroying Your Smile?
Tension headaches. Migraine headaches. Aching jaw. Sore teeth. Morning headaches. Do any of these afflictions sound familiar? If so, you may be experiencing temporomandibular disorders (TMD) which indicate that there are problems with your jaw or facial muscles.
The #1 cause of tooth loss in the United States is gum disease, with over 75 percent of American adults exhibiting some form of periodontal disease. In fact, it’s one of the most common diseases worldwide.
There are often two schools of people – those who are a little too focused on their oral health, and those who aren’t thinking about their teeth and mouth quite enough. Both can be detrimental. Learn about five of the biggest hazards to your oral health.