Your oral health is more important than you may realize. Without proper brushing and flossing, bacteria levels can become imbalanced and lead to problems with tooth decay or gum disease. Importantly, we should note that proper brushing and flossing aren’t the only way to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Maintaining healthy eating habits and […]
3 Tips To Improve Bad Breath
Bad breath can be embarrassing, but thankfully you don’t need to suffer from it forever. Bad breath is often a result of bacteria in your mouth that gets a little out of hand. Managing this bacteria is usually one of the best ways to bring health back to your mouth as well as kick bad […]
The Stages of Periodontal Disease and How to Prevent It
The most troublesome part of periodontal disease is that most people aren’t even aware that they have it. Much of this could be that many people don’t even really know what periodontal disease is. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has reported that one in every two Americans over the age of 30 have some […]
Gum Health Tips to Prevent Pain and Inflammation
What do redness, sensitivity, and puffy gums all have in common? They are all symptoms of gingivitis or gum tissue inflammation. When you get a scrape or a cut, your immune system often reacts to the bacteria with these symptoms. Your mouth is much the same in that it can react to the bacteria in […]
The Importance of Regular Dental Cleanings
Maintenance is vital for many things in life. Our vehicles and homes require routine maintenance to keep things functioning as they should, and so do our bodies. Your mouth gets a lot of use and goes through much wear and tear over the years. Your adult teeth are meant to be with you throughout your […]
What is a Gum Lift Procedure?
Could you benefit from a gum lift? A gum lift is sometimes called a crown lengthening treatment or a gummy smile fix. In a gum lift, we reduce the amount of gum tissue around specific teeth. This allows for more of your tooth structure to be seen. Why Would You Want A Gum Lift Procedure? […]
Living With Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is a “silent” disease because many adults have it without even knowing it. The Center for Disease Control states that 42% of adults have gum disease. The rate of gum disease increases to 60% among adults aged 65 and older. Do You Have Gum Disease? Your teeth feel great, and you brush daily, […]
Can a Dentist Tell If You Smoke?
You just got the reminder call from your dentist that your dental appointment is coming up later this week. Do you find yourself suddenly changing what you have been doing in hopes that all will be good in your mouth by the time you are at your dental appointment? If so, you’re not alone! Many […]
9 Tips to Improve Your Teeth and Gums
Maintaining your gums and teeth doesn’t have to be as complicated or as dreadful as you may think. Making minor improvements can go a long way towards helping you eliminate cavities and gum disease. Attaining good oral health is much like having good overall health. It comes down to being intentional about doing a few […]
The Importance of Gum Health
When you look at someone’s smile, what do you notice first? Studies show that most people focus on someone’s teeth because they are most conscientious about their own teeth when it comes to their smile. Focusing on your teeth isn’t a bad thing because your teeth do a lot of work for you after all. […]
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