We often receive questions about the contagiousness of gum disease and other oral health concerns. Unfortunately, there’s no one general answer that we can apply to everything associated with your smile. From disorders to sores and the general spread of germs, these are unique and something we can address on a case by case basis […]
Category: Periodontal Health
Prepare For September: National Gum Care Month!
Are you ready for September because it means fall is finally on its way? Are there pumpkin-flavored treats you’ve been so patiently waiting for? From the land of dental care, September happens to represent more than autumn foliage and spiced beverages. As a matter of fact, it’s National Gum Care Month! So, if you can […]
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Loose Teeth Quiz
Sometimes, loose teeth are not a problem. Other times, they’re a huge problem. Do you know how to differentiate between these moments? If not, we encourage you to take some time to work your way through our brief quiz on the topic. It will help you gauge your current level of knowledge and will also […]
Irritated Gums: What’s The Story?
Sometimes, you will find that you’re dealing with gum inflammation or just an all around uncomfortable feeling that’s most certainly not the sign of optimal gum health. However, that does not necessarily mean you’re experiencing gingivitis or some other form of gum disease. If you’ve gotten the all clear from us regarding potential periodontal disease, […]
Gingivitis Quiz: Introductory Details
When you hear about gingivitis, you probably know right away that it’s something that’s bad for your oral health. You know that “-itis” means an inflammatory disease. What you may not be as familiar with is the fact that your “gingiva” is your gum tissue. Put these two together and you’ve got the inflammation of […]
Gum Disease Quiz: True or False?
As you learn more about gum disease, you probably find that it’s not the straightforward oral health problem you assumed it was. It’s not quite as easy to detect as you might think, it is more destructive than you may realize, and it requires special care. The good news is that when you allow us […]
Receding Gums: Why It Happens (And What You Can Do)
When you end up dealing with receding gums, you might not have much of an idea regarding how it happened, if something serious is wrong, or what you need to do going forward. This is one of the main reasons we suggest you come in to our practice twice annually (preferably every six months). We […]
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Q&A Gum Disease Dangers: Do You Know Them?
Patients often think about gum disease and assume it’s either something that won’t affect them or that it’s something that’s a bit of a nuisance but little else. Unfortunately, this oral health concern has the capacity to become quite destructive if it’s ignored. We suggest you become familiar with associated dangers (and how to avoid […]
Is A Low-Carb Diet Good For Your Teeth?
We all know that a healthy diet is good for our hearts, blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, and can even increase our energy levels. However, now research shows that a healthy, low-carb diet is also good for our teeth. Carbohydrates turn into sugar in our bodies and we all know that sugar is not good for […]
What Is The Difference Between A Regular Dental Cleaning And A Deep Cleaning?
Dental cleanings are performed to help keep your teeth clean and healthy, which means free from bacterial plaque and tartar. Certain bacteria in your mouth feed on leftover food debris and sugars from foods and beverages, and in the process multiply and produce harmful enamel-eating acids. The bacteria and acids mix with your saliva and […]
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