January 22, 2020
Did you know that many people have periodontal disease and they don’t even know it? One of the trickiest parts of the disease is that it is usually painless and in that regard is adept at sneaking up on unsuspecting souls.
Read MoreDecember 18, 2019
Did you know that you have billions of bacteria living comfortably in your mouth? We all do and if those bacteria take hold in our gums it can cause a lot of unpleasant oral issues including periodontal disease, which is painful inflammation of the gums and potential destruction of a tooth’s supporting tissue as well as surrounding bones.
Read MoreDecember 18, 2019
When we were kids, our parents showed us how to properly brush and floss our teeth and reminded us regularly how important it was to do both of those things every day. We went for a checkup and the dentist told us the same thing.
Read MoreAugust 28, 2019
Have you experienced irritation, soreness, or bleeding in your gums? Likely a gradual occurrence, each of these conditions is a sign you could have gum disease.
Read MoreJuly 23, 2019
Did you know that nearly half of adults in the US have a form of periodontal disease? Also known as gum disease, periodontal disease is a serious medical issue but is treatable and most of all, preventable.
Read MoreJune 26, 2019
If you have found yourself in need of periodontal surgery, you now have a choice between laser treatment and traditional surgery. While it may not initially seem like it, the distinctions are rather important. As with most things, a comprehensive understanding of each procedure is paramount for selecting the option that works best for you.
Read MoreMay 17, 2019
What is a dental implant and will it change the way I look? This is a common inquiry made in dentist offices all over the country and we can provide an answer here.
Read MoreApril 24, 2019
Your bite is the way your upper and lower jawbones, and the teeth embedded in them, fit together. A healthy bite is when the upper teeth fit slightly over your lower ones in front, and the grooves of your upper molars fit the grooves of your lower molars. When dentists talk about a healthy or normal bite, they’re speaking of a bite that fits together as previously described.
Read MoreMarch 28, 2019
Having a toothache is no laughing matter because when your tooth hurts, it really hurts to laugh.A dental implant mimics your natural tooth and is secured into your jaw bone like a screw. When dental implants are placed, they bond with your own bone and serve as a foundation for one or multiple artificial teeth, called crowns.
Read MoreFebruary 21, 2019
Tooth loss is common for many adults. Everything from an acute accident like tripping and hitting your face to diseases like gum disease can cause tooth loss. In fact, many adults will experience tooth loss in one way or another in their lifetimes.
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