Gum disease, also called as periodontal disease, comes in some different varieties. In its latter stages, gum disease is known as periodontitis. If your gums are severely swollen or if you can see large inflamed sacks of gums surrounding your teeth, you might have periodontitis, and you should get in touch with our office for a checkup as soon as... read more »
Poor oral hygiene practices can allow residual plaque, food particles, and sugar residue to harden into bacteria-rich tartar near the gumline. As this continues to occur your chances of suffering from gum disease can increase significantly. This typically starts out as the gum inflammation of gingivitis. This can cause your gums to appear red or inflamed gums, and they might... read more »
Ever since advertising was invented, there have been commercials about bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis has been problem for as long as people have been standing next to one another. It’s embarrassing, and awkward but you can do something about it. What causes bad breath? It can be any number of things. Bacteria, dry mouth, gum disease, and tobacco... read more »
Did you know there is a fantastic orthodontic aligner system that exists that is clear enough that even your closest friends and family can’t tell you are wearing them? It’s called Invisalign®, and it is a wonderful orthodontic aligner system designed to straighten your smile in a discreet manner. In addition, Invisalign offers these wonderful benefits: - No Food Restrictions:... read more »
Did you know there is an orthodontic aligner system that is nearly invisible and completely free of metals? It’s true and it’s known as Invisalign®. Invisalign uses a patented thermoplastic material to comfortably reshape your teeth for a straighter smile without the need for heavy metal brackets or dangerous wires. Invisalign orthodontic aligners make amazing smiles. Here are just a... read more »
You might know that missing a tooth can be embarrassing and can make smiling uncomfortable, but had you heard that missing a tooth can also cause a number of problems? Luckily, there are several restoration options you can—and should—consider using to replace your missing tooth. A dental implant is one of these options. This restoration will allow you to chew... read more »
Did you know that plaque, which forms on everyone’s mouth, can lead to gum disease? Or that gum disease can lead to decay, tooth loss, and even heart problems? But aside from visiting your dentist, what can you do to prevent these types of problems? Honestly, the most important thing you can do is maintain sound oral health. This means... read more »
Did you know that if your tooth dies, your dentist will most likely have to remove it? Sadly, your teeth can die for a number of reasons, including trauma, decay, or infection. Luckily, there are many things a dentist can do to protect your teeth, including root canal therapy. However, we understand that many patients would simply prefer to have... read more »
An infection that attacks the tissues and bones that surround and support the teeth, gum disease is a common oral disease. Gum disease is usually painless, so you may not realize that you have it. This disease can cause the loss of permanent teeth if it is not treated. Contact your dentist if you notice any of these warning signs:... read more »
We are all probably pretty familiar with reasons one might go to the emergency room: maybe a broken leg, or a car accident. What kind of problems arise in the dental world? Read this article to find out. Bad Breath - if you deal with bad breath - you are not alone! More than 85% of people have bad breath... read more »