What is a Periodontal Pocket?
Have you heard that you have periodontal pockets? If so, then you need to consider how to get your periodontitis under control. Typically, you will come in to see us when you have periodontal disease. We are even the ones who will typically diagnose periodontal pockets. If you have heard from us that you may […]
How is Gum Disease Officially Diagnosed?
Gum disease is a serious oral health issue. It starts out as gingivitis. Your gums become irritated, inflamed, and bleed when you brush and floss. This stage is often missed, and the disease continues to get worse. Your gums pull away from your teeth, and bacteria fall below the gum line. Your gums recede, your […]
How Mouthwash Impacts Gum Disease
Mouthwash was said for years that it stopped gum disease in its tracks. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Mouthwash can help when you battle gum disease, but it will not treat it and get rid of it for you. You need to come in and see us when you want to treat gum disease. […]
How Lasers Help Make Gum Disease Treatment Easier
When you have gum disease, you have many options for treatment. We can opt for things like manual scaling and root planing, all the way up to surgical options. One of the better options we have at our disposal is the laser. It allows us to go in and clean your mouth out really well, […]
What to Eat Following a Gum Graft
If you have experienced severe gum recession, your dentist may have recommended a gum graft. This procedure involves removing tissue from the roof of your mouth and securing it in place over the areas of recession. A gum graft is a serious surgical procedure, and will require some time to heal. As such, you may […]
What to Do if Your Gums Hurt
Sore, swollen gums can be an uncomfortable situation. And finding the exact cause isn’t always the easiest. Here is what you should do if your gums are hurting you. Possible Causes There are a number of different causes for sore gums: • Injury. You may have irritated the tissue with a rough food, like potato […]
Is There a Connection between Weight and Gum Disease?
There are a variety of reasons to try and stay at a healthy weight. It reduces the chance of developing heart problems and is easier on the joints, improving mobility. Plus, it can have a variety of benefits for your appearance and self-esteem. However, there may be one more reason to try and slim down […]
How Gum Disease and Alzheimer’s Are Connected, and How to Prevent the Decline
When you think of gum disease you probably think of bleeding gums, loose teeth, and other problems in your mouth. And while gum disease certainly does involve these things, that’s not the only problem it brings. The evidence for a connection between gum disease and the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s is clear, but fortunately […]
Could Your Gum Disease Cause You to Struggle to Breathe?
Gum disease is a serious, progressive disease that begins its attack on your gums before spreading to destroy your teeth and jawbone. It starts as gingivitis, an often-silent attack, only making itself known through red, inflamed gums that bleed when you brush. Because of this, gingivitis is often mistaken for rough hygiene practices. Untreated, gingivitis […]
Can Food Impact Gum Recession?
When you think about food and oral health, you probably think about the impact that sugary foods and beverages have on your teeth. These foods provide sustenance for oral bacteria, who then produce harmful acids that eat away at your tooth enamel and lead to gum disease. What you might not know is that your […]
