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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
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
Nowadays there are more than one type of braces that can straighten your teeth. There are traditional metal brackets, clear metal brackets, invisible tray aligners like Invisalign, and even tiny bars that can be secured behind your teeth so nobody can see them. All of these options work; there are different solutions for different cases. … Take the Easy Way Out of Crooked Teeth
A bright, white smile can increase your overall mood and morale. Here at the Dr. Cirka‘s Philadelphia office, we offer two types of whitening to benefit varying schedules and budgets to help all of our patients achieve the breathtaking smile they’ve been wanting. At-Home Tray Bleaching is the perfect option for the patient on a … Bleach Your Way to Happiness
We use advanced instrument sterilization as recommended by the American Dental Association and the Centers for Disease Control. We hire the services of an outside organization that monitors our sterilizers’ effectiveness. We strictly follow all Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines, and we are HIPAA-compliant and fully protect your personal information. We destroy infection and … Is Your Dentist “safe”?
Whiter teeth are possible! If you have been seeking whiter teeth and you need some guidance, we are here to help! We offer two types of whitening, both effective. If interested in discussing the two options of whitening, Tooth Whitening & Bleaching click here for more information on teeth bleaching.
Most American adults show signs of serious gum disease. This is the real reason why most people lose their teeth (not tooth decay as one might think). 25% of the adult population has suffered from oral pain in the last six months. 30% of all adults over 65 will lose all of their teeth. 90 … Most People Lose Teeth from Gum Disease
See our actual patients here in Philadelphia Dentist Ken Cirka’s practice. We are the leader in veneers and have completed more veneers in the past 8 years than any other dentist in the region. We talk with you to make the work that you have done last. Smile Gallery Please see our before and after … Before and After Photos of Philadelphia Cosmetic Dentistry
Gum disease affects many people, especially over 30 years old or if you have not been to the dentist in over a year. Bacteria builds up under the gum-too far for your toothbrush and floss can reach-and creates gum infections. Healthy gums don’t bleed. See more information on our website for more information on how … Gum Disease Treatment in Philadelphia