Understanding the Discomfort That Comes With Gum Recession
Gum recession is something that can be seen, but sometimes, people think that it cannot be felt. Unfortunately, that is not true. Many people that are suffering from gum recession can feel the uncomfortable feeling that is associated with it. If the teeth are in an abnormal position, or if the recession is happening around […]
There Are Many Procedures You Can Get When Visiting Our Periodontal Office
There are many different kinds of dentist. General dentists are the dentists that you see for regular checkups. There are also dental specialists. Orthodontists and periodontists are two of them. In order to work in this specialty, they get several extra years of education and training. Just because a person specializes in periodontal disease, that […]
What is a Gingivectomy?
Almost half of the people over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. It is a serious problem that no one should ignore. The question that most people have is how serious the problem is and what can they do about it., There are several ways to treat gum disease. One procedure […]
What Could Oil Pulling Do for Your Gum Health?
For people who are interested in keeping their gums healthy, one practice to consider is oil pulling. While it is not a replacement for your other oral health routines, oil pulling can help reduce bacteria levels and promote healing of the gum tissue. The Practice of Oil Pulling If you have not heard of oil […]
Why Dry Mouth Harms Your Mouth So Much
Have you ever woken up in the morning to cotton mouth? Many people have, and understand that it is no fun to wake up that way. What most people do not realize is that it could also be a potentially harmful way of waking up. Dry mouth is not good for you, especially your mouth. […]
Why Athletes Often Struggle with Gum Disease
They cross the finish line, the crowd goes wild, and the athletes flash a winning grin – full of teeth fraught with tooth decay and gum disease. While being an Olympic athlete is extremely uncommon, what isn’t uncommon is the remarkably high prevalence of gum disease among these upper-tier sports performers. With 97% of participants […]
When Are Periodontal Stabilization Splints Necessary?
With the progression of advanced periodontal disease, teeth can become loose and unstable. Known as “secondary occlusal trauma,” the roots of the teeth and gums are no longer able to keep the teeth firmly intact. Bite force can exacerbate this condition, amplifying the risk to your teeth. Once your periodontal disease reaches this point, periodontal […]
Managing the Pain of Exposed Roots During Gum Disease Treatment
When we are treating you for gum disease, the process can take some time: depending on the severity of your gum disease, you could be looking at a treatment period as short as 10 to 14 days, or as long as a number of weeks. In some cases, the treatment will involve working with tooth […]
Is There Any Relationship Between Gum And Gum Disease Treatment
When you have gum disease (a.k.a. Periodontal disease) it’s because the tissues around your teeth are infected. Left untreated, this can result in tooth loss. Unfortunately, you may not even realize it’s happening since it’s usually painless. Nevertheless, many people do suffer from it because it’s caused by a common occurrence: Plaque is created when […]
Effects of Chewing Tobacco on Your Gums
The most common way people use tobacco is by smoking cigarettes. There are also plenty of people who enjoy chewing tobacco. Just like smoking, chewing tobacco is habit forming and can lead to a multitude of health problems. Many of those problems involve oral health. It is important to understand how chewing tobacco affects the […]
