Advances in dental procedures have given patients a lot of quality of life improvements over the past thirty years. Not only are more of today’s adults keeping their natural teeth longer, there are processes that improve on the speed and recovery time of already successful procedures. Making the treatments easier for patients and more effective […]
Read MoreIn the United States alone, almost 80 percent of adults have some form of gum disease, whether it’s the early form of gingivitis to the more serious condition known as periodontitis. As one of the most common diseases in America, it is often overlooked and many avoid treatment because they are afraid of the periodontist. […]
Read MoreIf you notice that your gums are bleeding after brushing, your teeth seem loose in your gums or your breath seems to always have a foul order, you may be dealing with gum disease. This condition may also be referred to as gingivitis in its earliest stages and periodontitis when it becomes more severe. While […]
Read MoreGum disease (also known as periodontal disease) can be hard to detect in its earliest stage. However, once it advances, it is no longer reversible. For this reason, it’s important to recognize the signs of inflamed gum tissue so you can receive treatment right away. The sooner you receive treatment with laser gum surgery, the […]
Read MoreChances are you have heard of gum disease, but do you know if you suffer from it? Some people are predisposed to the condition, even if they brush and floss daily and regularly visit the dentist. Check out this list of symptoms to determine if you may need gum disease treatment. Symptoms of Gingivitis Gingivitis […]
Read MorePeriodontal disease is a common oral health problem affecting millions of people around the world. Symptoms begin as red and swollen gums that may bleed when you brush your teeth. If left untreated, these symptoms progress until there is eventually bone deterioration or even tooth loss. Despite these symptoms, many people fear treatment itself, which […]
Read MoreIt’s no secret that parts of the body are connected and work together to keep you healthy. If each organ is working correctly, you stay healthy and happy. Once something breaks down along the path, there can be serious problems with all systems of the body. What you may not know is that the teeth […]
Read MorePotential Candidates for Gum Surgery Many Americans suffer with gum problems as they grow older. If you aren’t happy with the way your gums look or feel, you should visit your Dr. Perna right away to find out if you qualify for gum surgery in Oak Park, IL. The quicker you receive treatment for your […]
Read MoreOne of the risk factors of dental implants is peri-implantitis, an inflammatory disease. However, it is mostly preventable, an one of the leading causes of this condition is gum disease. Therefore, it is important to get gum disease treatment before and after you have a dental implant to reduce your risk of suffering from this […]
Read MoreWhile your teeth are obviously a big part of your oral health, it’s easy to overlook the gum tissue and the effect it can have on your mouth. Gum disease is caused when bacteria builds up on the tooth and works it way between the teeth and gums. Once the bacteria start to grow, the […]
Read More