Summer is the season for sunny outdoor activities and big smiles, but it is harder to smile if your teeth or gums are hurting, your teeth are discolored, or your teeth are missing entirely. Periodontitis, also known as gum disease, is a common affliction even for people who take excellent care of their teeth. Dr. […]
Read MorePeriodontitis, commonly referred to as gum disease, is common among American adults as nearly have of them suffer from it. The good news is that periodontitis is quite treatable by your general dentist, although it is better to take steps to avoid developing it in the first place. While Dr. Jeffery Alvarado can offer gum […]
Read MoreDo you need a periodontist? While your general practitioner can perform a variety of dental procedures, some treatments are best reserved for a specialist. A periodontist is a doctor who specializes in the treatment of periodontal tissue and bone. If you have gum disease, for example, or need dental implants, a periodontist is the doctor […]
Read MoreOklahoma City, OK dentist, Dr. JayCee Van Horn knows how important it is for pregnant women to maintain good dental health. Poor oral hygiene can cause unintended and harmful pregnancy complications. There is a link between periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes, such as low birth weight and premature delivery. If you are an expectant […]
Read MorePeriodontal disease is a serious and silent condition that affects millions of people. Without proper treatment, tooth loss and health complications are likely to occur. If you have recently learned you have gum disease, you might find yourself wondering about the LANAP procedure. LANAP is a laser-assisted new attachment procedure that is very effective in treating […]
Read MorePeriodontal disease is chronic inflammatory disease that affects your oral health by attacking the gum tissue and bone around the teeth. When it’s left untreated, tooth decay and loss are almost certain. However, gum disease is treatable and preventable. You don’t have to lose teeth when you work with your dentist to maintain your oral […]
Read MoreLaser Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP®) is a cutting-edge laser treatment system in Houston, TX that safely and gently treats gum disease without causing trauma to your healthy tissue. Dr. J. Robert Friedberg uses LANAP® in Houston, TX, to improve oral health in patients who have diseased gum tissue. If you have periodontal gum disease, […]
Read MoreSome may not believe gum disease is more than a problem with bad teeth that can wait to whenever you get around to it. But it’s much more than that, and the dangers of leaving it unchecked go far beyond your teeth. Dr. Jean-Claude Kharmouche, a periodontist with NOVA Perio Specialists, can help you stop […]
Read MoreIf you have sensitive teeth or dental anxiety due to uncomfortable dental experiences you’ve had in the past, then laser dentistry is for you. Laser dentistry is less invasive, less painful and faster healing than most normal dental procedures. Here at the Gettysburg Dental Associates, Dr. Seidel utilizes the latest in technological advancements to help […]
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 […]
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