Finding out that you have a gum infection can be disconcerting. Your diagnosis can confirm suspicions after experiencing chronic bad breath and sore tissues. If you experience either of these symptoms or bleed whenever brushing and flossing, let your dentist know right away. Treatment for gum disease can potentially reverse an infection if detected early […]
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Taking care of your smile requires attention to gum health as well as your teeth. Luckily, many of the same behaviors that help you fight tooth decay prevent infections of this important tissue. The gums provide the connection between your teeth and jawbone, and without them, you risk losing teeth. A gum infection results from […]
Maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial for overall health, and regular dental cleanings play a vital role in preventing dental problems such as periodontal disease. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist explains when a routine cleaning is necessary and when a deep cleaning becomes important to control periodontal disease. […]
Have you ever been told that you have gum disease? Well, if you have bleeding or swollen gums then most likely you do! Most people will experience some form of it at some point in their lives. There are several factors that cause it and understanding your risks is key to preventing and managing this […]
Maintaining your healthy smile means taking the steps necessary to protect against decay and disease. When you adopt a preventive attitude towards your smile care, you can preserve healthy tissues and prevent the need for certain restorative treatments later down the line. The same behaviors you practice to stop the cause of cavities help you […]
What steps do you take to protect your gums against inflammation and infection? By taking a preventive approach to your oral care, you can preserve these critical tissues by cleaning them thoroughly each day. Fortunately, the same efforts you take to fight tooth decay help you prevent gum infection. By brushing and flossing regularly, you […]
Will your experience with preventive dental care vary from one visit to the next? Simply put, your Prairie Village, KS dentist’s office will adjust how we support you based on the existence of any issues that we identify. For example, when a patient shows signs of suffering gingivitis, we can replace their typical dental cleaning […]
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Do you really have the right efforts in place to protect yourself against gingivitis and gum disease? The good news is that the same brushing and flossing efforts that protect you against cavities can also help you avoid difficulties with gum disease. Unfortunately, not everyone performs these practices at a level where they will effectively […]
There are different issues that can be identified and treated in the course of a regular oral health appointment. One problem that your Prairie Village, KS dentist can watch for concerns the state of your gums. Gingivitis, the first stage of a periodontal infection, can be painless, but there are ways to identify it. Once […]
If you want to keep up a reliable defense against gingivitis, you should have a routine in place that will regularly fight off the accumulation of oral bacteria at the base of your teeth. With the right brushing and flossing habits, you can do this effectively, but you should know that this should not be […]
