Category: Gum Disease
Flossing: The Perfect New Year’s Resolution
As the New Year kicks off, you’ve probably considered a list of things you’d like to do better in 2017. It is common to see goals for more exercise, better eating habits and other steps towards improved health. However, what are you planning to do to protect your oral health? If you aren’t diligent in…
When A Breath Mint Is Not Enough
Do you suffer from bad breath on a daily basis? Chronic halitosis is more than just “garlic breath” or “salsa breath” after your last meal. This type of bad breath can actually be an indication of a serious oral health condition that needs attention. In such cases, popping a peppermint or a stick of gum…
Gum Recession: When To Worry
Have you noticed that your teeth look longer than they used to? Are you suffering from worsening tooth sensitivity? Receding gums may be the culprit. While there are many harmless causes to gum recession, it always needs to be addressed with your dentist. Your gums represent the foundational support system for your teeth. If they…
Diabetes and Your Dental Health
There is an unmistakable connection between your oral health and your body health. If you are a diabetic, the link is especially strong. In fact, recent studies show that diabetes and dental health is a two-way street. Diabetes is a disease that hinders the body’s ability to properly regulate blood sugars. Unfortunately, this creates problems…
Is Your Nicotine Habit Masking Gum Disease?
It comes to no surprise that nicotine is harmful to your health. You may associate nicotine with chewing tobacco or smoking a cigarette. However, nicotine is also found in the latest e-cigarette trend as well. Regardless of how it is delivered, nicotine can wreak havoc on your oral health, especially your gums. Nicotine is known…
Gum Disease: Is Your Teen at Risk?
You may think of gum disease as an oral health condition that only adults face. However, patients of all ages are susceptible to gum disease, even children and teens. Gum disease occurs when plaque and tartar are allowed to build up along the gum line. Once the infection sets in, the gums can pull away…
Plaque and Tarter: What You Need To Know
Plaque and tartar. We hear these terms often, but do you know exactly what they mean or understand the difference between the two? Once you do, you are sure to gain important answers to questions about your dental care, including how to prevent gum disease and cavities, why we need to brush twice a day…
Gum Disease: When Do You Need A Dentist’s Help?
While gingivitis can be reversed with diligent oral hygiene efforts at home, gum disease requires the help of a professional. Gum disease, or periodontitis, means that the areas of infection have progressed and reached depths that your toothbrush and floss can no longer reach. If left untreated, this causes the gum tissue to separate from…
5 Brushing Habits That You Need To Stop
Your dental hygiene routine is very important; your dental health directly impacts your overall health. However, there may be a few habits you engage in when it comes to brushing that need to stop. Although your intentions may be good, be sure to avoid these five harmful brushing habits for a healthier smile: Brushing too…
Brushing: Are You Doing It Right?
Are you proud of your brushing habits? We are not just talking about the number of times you brush, but rather your technique, products and duration. If you are doing it wrong, brushing your teeth could do your smile more harm than good. Don’t let your efforts be in vain, find out if you are…
