The Surprising Facts of Periodontal Disease
The Surprising Facts of Periodontal Disease. Periodontal disease treatment is another way of saying gum disease. Periodontitis, a serious gum disease that can wreak havoc on both your gums and your jawbone, is actually very common in the United States. Nearly three million cases are reported every year. You may have heard about the link […]
Brush and Floss for Healthy Gums!
September is Gum Care Month. So this month, we want to focus on how you can maintain healthy gums through good oral health care. One of the easiest ways to help prevent gum disease is to brush and floss every day, so, therefore, it is imperative to know the correct way to take care of […]
Aging is Inevitable, Tooth Loss is Not
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums can help you keep your teeth for life. Aging is Inevitable, Tooth Loss is Not. Not so long ago, it was rare for an older person to go to bed without taking out his or her dentures. However, edentulism (toothlessness) has been declining in this country since the 1950s. According […]
National Nutrition Month & Your Oral Health
National Nutrition Month & Your Oral Health. Nutrition plays an important role in overall wellness, including oral health. Eating well and maintaining a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of developing problems in your mouth, including periodontal disease. In fact, including certain foods as part of a nutritious diet has actually been shown to […]
Healthy Gums = Healthy Heart
Healthy Gums = Healthy Heart. Over the years there has been some debate about whether gum disease can cause heart disease if left untreated. That is why we like to say if you have Healthy Gums, you have a Healthy Heart. So, is there a link between gum disease and heart disease? According to […]
What is Gum Recession and Grafting?
Everyone wants or dreams of getting that “Hollywood Smile.” Nobody wants to hide their smile or be embarrassed by their smile. Whether it is getting straighter teeth, whiter teeth, or improving their overall appearance, there are plenty of options that you can do. One of the main issues in people’s smiles is their gum appearance. […]
Is Crown Lengthening Right For You?
What is crown lengthening? This Procedure is typically used for people who have a “gummy smile” where your teeth are covered with excess tissue. This process helps expose more of your natural tooth by reshaping or recontouring bone and gum tissue. This treatment can be performed on a single tooth, many teeth, or the entire […]
Tobacco and Your Oral Health
November is Tobacco Awareness Month. Because of this, we want to focus on tobacco and your oral health. Both tobacco and nicotine can affect your overall oral health. Whether you are smoking cigarettes, cigars, or a hookah or using chewing tobacco or an e-cigarette, it is important to know that all of these things can […]
