How Gingerbread Cookies Can Lead to Gum Disease

December 13, 2017

When most people think of the holidays, they conjure up images of cookies, shopping, and time spent with friends and family. Our office, however, associates those gingerbread cookies and other seasonal sweets with a more sinister connection: gum disease. Baked treats can lead to gum disease and other health concerns, but you can fight back […]

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How Candy Canes Can Lead to Gum Disease

December 13, 2017

Between baking festive cookies and indulging in seasonal candy canes, gum health is often the last thing on our minds during the holidays. Unfortunately, these sweets can wreak havoc on teeth and gums. Eating too many candy canes and confections leads to a buildup of sugar and plaque on teeth. This buildup not only creates […]

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LANAP® Before the Holidays

December 13, 2017

Are you ready for the holidays? Are your teeth? Gum disease can prevent you from fully enjoying holiday parties and other festivities. Luckily, LANAP is the solution. Symptoms of Gum Disease Several symptoms could indicate gum disease. In the earliest stages of the disease, gingivitis, you may notice that your breath is not very pleasant, […]

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Jaw Pain This Holiday Season? Could Be Gum Disease

December 13, 2017

The holidays are a favorite season for many people, and eating all your favorite foods is one of the reasons why. When you bite into a slice of pie and experience jaw pain, it might be something more serious, such as gum disease. Dr. Greg Moore is an experienced dentist with expertise in gum disease […]

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Plaque: When Sugar-Plums Dance In Your Teeth

December 13, 2017

If you have gum disease during the holiday season, you may find it painful to fully enjoy your holiday feast. Gingivitis, also known as gum disease, can range in severity from a simple nuisance and slight pain while chewing to significant tooth and bone loss. Over three million people in the United States deal with […]

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Steps to Prevent Gum Disease

December 12, 2017

Gum disease is a serious problem that affects more than 64 million people in the United States. When left untreated, the bacteria can cost receding gums, loose teeth, bone loss or even contribute to other health problems such as Alzheimer’s, diabetes or heart disease. Luckily, you can take steps to prevent gum disease. Brush and […]

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The Relationship Between Smoking and Gum Disease

December 12, 2017

If you smoke, you’ve probably heard a million times how smoking yellows and degrades your teeth, turns your gums brown, and gives you bad breath. But did you know that smoking can also lead to gum disease in Denville, NJ and a host of other oral health issues? How Can Smoking Cause Gum Disease? According […]

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LANAP®: A minimally invasive solution for gum disease

December 8, 2017

According to the Center for Disease Control, nearly 50 percent of Americans over 30 have gum disease. This progressive disease should be taken seriously due to the fact that if left untreated it can lead to tooth loss. Dr. John Perna, a dentist at Dental Care of Oak Park, is an experienced dentist who offers […]

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Treating Gum Disease is Easier Than You Think

November 30, 2017

Almost half of the American adult population has some form of periodontal disease. Without proper treatment, gum disease can lead to tooth decay, missing teeth and other problems. There are certain risk factors that increase your chance of developing it, including having diabetes and poor oral hygiene. Many patients who avoid going to the dentist […]

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It’s Thanksgiving. Thank Goodness For LANAP®

November 15, 2017

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’re likely thinking not only of what you might want to bring to gatherings with family and friends, but all the great food you will feast on at those gatherings. While preparing your appetite and menu, we here at Friedberg Periodontics would like to make sure your teeth and […]

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