Are you ignoring your tooth pain? That mysterious throbbing in your mouth may be a sign of infection. While it might seem easier to disregard the pain, it is important to seek treatment because oral health is a critical piece of your overall physical wellness. Dr. Jacqueline Subka is a dentist in Thousand Oaks, CA, […]
Read MoreWhile you might only have one set of adult teeth and gums over the course of your lifetime, many new oral procedures have made it possible for periodontists to restore teeth and gums to a health state once again. When you start to suffer from gum recession, your periodontist may have two options for your: Chao […]
Read MoreHaving serious gum disease is not only painful, but for many patients, it can also be embarrassing. Some patients fail to seek treatment because they worry about experiencing even more discomfort with traditional gum surgery. Dr. Paresh Naran, a family dentist in Raleigh, NC, offers a high-tech laser gum surgery option to patients, called the […]
Read MoreIf you notice your gums are sensitive, swollen, and bleed when you brush, you may have a mild form of gum disease called gingivitis. In most cases, gingivitis is easy to treat and prevent through flossing and regular visits to a dentist. However, there are also advanced treatments such as laser surgery that remove the […]
Read MoreIn the past, most people with extensive tooth loss were forced to wear dentures. Fortunately, your periodontist in Winchester, VA may be able to offer you a better solution. All-on-4 dental implants are a minimally invasive option for permanently replacing multiple teeth. Want to learn more? Here are four things to love about this emerging […]
Read MoreDid you know that gum recession could be a symptom of a more serious problem? Often, the gums begin to recede as a result of untreated periodontal disease. Over time, the gums can recede so severely that one or more of your teeth could become loose or fall out as a result. Even if gum recession […]
Read MoreAre you ignoring your sore or bleeding gums because you think treatment will be painful or inconvenient? If so, then you should be aware that even minor bleeding can progress to severe gum disease if it does not receive proper attention. However, thanks to emerging research and developing technologies, there are some new gum disease […]
Read MoreAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are three levels of disease occurrence: sporadic, endemic and hyperendemic. The last level refers to persistent, high levels of occurrence. Given that the same organization reports that 47.2 percent of the American adult population has some form of gum or periodontal disease, it is not […]
Read MoreEvery February, the American Dental Association promotes what’s known as Children’s Dental Health Month. It is the perfect time for you and your kids to make sure that you are doing everything you can to maintain healthy teeth and gums. What are some of the ways you and your family can celebrate, too? Set an […]
Read MoreAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost half of all Americans, or 64.7 million people, suffer from some stage of gum disease. The prevalence of the condition has led to a kind of apathy among patients. Bleeding, swollen gums are commonplace, and therefore often ignored because the symptoms often stop there. However, […]
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