During pregnancy, changes occur within the mouth that can make you more vulnerable to gum disease (also known as periodontal disease). If the disease develops and is not treated, it can pose a serious health risk to both you and your baby. To keep this from happening, we recommend being even more scrupulous about your […]
Read MoreWhen you’re expecting a child, it is easy to become so caught up in preparing your home for your new arrival that you neglect your own oral health. However, pregnancy causes changes in the body that make you more susceptible to gum disease and other oral problems. For this reason, it is even more important […]
Read MoreFor many patients seeking a periodontist in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, the question of how they came to develop gum disease symptoms remains a mystery. That’s because they find that they are seeking treatment despite managing to minimize all of the possible risk factors and taking care of their oral health. What many of them do […]
Read MoreEveryone has bad breath from time to time, but not everyone realizes that chronic bad breath can indicate the presence of oral health conditions. Some of these conditions can be resolved with a few lifestyle changes, but others require extensive gum treatment. If you are constantly struggling to mask bad breath, then you should seek […]
Read MoreGum disease is a common oral ailment that can keep you from having an ideal smile and maintaining your oral health. Dr. J. Robert Friedberg is a periodontist in Houston, TX specializing in treating gum disease. At Friedberg Periodontics, we focus on educating our patients so they are better informed about what’s going on with their oral […]
Read MoreMarch has been declared National Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, and Dr. Gregg Codelli and the rest of us here at his office would like to take a moment to educate you on bleeding gums. Whether your gums have started bleeding or you’re simply interested in learning more about them, our goal is to give you […]
Read MoreMarch is National Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, which brings attention to people who may suffer from all kinds of rare bleeding disorders. While this month mainly focuses on diseases such as hemophilia and platelet function disorders like Bernard-Soulier syndrome, bleeding problems can extend to the mouth. Your periodontist in Rockville, MD, Dr. Steven N. Rice […]
Read MoreMany dental patients coming into our office at Shoreline Periodontics may be living with other health conditions that impact the condition of their gums and teeth. One of the most devastating conditions impacting your teeth and gums is diabetes. Research has suggested that there is a link to the severity of gum disease and diabetes. […]
Read MoreHave you noticed unwanted changes in your smile? Gum recession is a common ailment in which the gums peel away from the teeth, leaving sensitive areas exposed. While this condition alters the look of your teeth, the damage goes beyond aesthetics. If you are experiencing gum recession, then you should contact your periodontist about receiving […]
Read MoreIf you experience loose teeth and/or painful or chronic bleeding gums, you may be experiencing the initial stages of gum disease. If these symptoms describe your situation, you are not alone; it is estimated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that as many as 65 million American adults might be afflicted with some […]
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