Category: Gum Disease
What Causes Painful Gums?
If you experience painful gums when you eat, drink, brush, or floss, you may be wondering what’s causing it and how…
Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an infection of the tissues that surround your…
Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about Periodontal Screening!
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Many medical professionals consider obesity to be a chronic disease. It is well understood that obesity is on the rise in the United States and that…
Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about receding gums.
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When teeth are not properly cleaned, plaque forms on the tooth’s surface. Plaque can cause irritation of the gums, making them red and slightly…
Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, with 75% of adults over 35 showing problem signs. What is often referred to as…
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Well-controlled diabetes contributes to a healthy mouth. If you have poorly controlled or high blood sugar, your risk increases for dry mouth, gum…
Diabetes puts you at risk for dental problems. It impairs the ability to fight bacteria in your mouth. Having high blood sugar encourages bacteria…
Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about receding gums.
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Learn more about why gums recede.
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Learn more about Periodontics, which is the treatment of the tissue (gums) supporting and surrounding the teeth.
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Learn more about Scaling and Root Planing to remove tartar and plaque below the gum line
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Bleeding Gums During Pregnancy Are Normal
While it’s true that some women develop a condition known as “pregnancy gingivitis,” it’s not…
Gum Disease Is Not That Common
On the contrary, gum disease is extremely common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half…
The Primary Cause of Lost Teeth
You may think that most tooth loss is from decay, but the main reason is gum disease. Sometimes it is completely…