You know that a cavity is a serious oral health problem, one that has to be addressed through restorative dental work. What some patients fail to recognize is that poor periodontal health can have consequences of its own, and that it can create long-term health complications when it is not dealt with properly. At our […]
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What does effective periodontal care really do for you? By keeping yourself protected against gum disease, you can avoid developing an infection that increases your risk for tooth loss and threatens to cause complications for your general health. You can defend your gums through smart at-home care, and by staying consistent with your regular dental […]
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Are you currently taking good care of your gums, or are you currently vulnerable to problems with gingivitis? Gingivitis is the first stage of an infection that forms when oral bacteria build up below your gum line and create problems for your periodontal tissues. There are several signs that an infection has formed you should […]
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As you start to learn about the different problems that can stem from poor periodontal health, you can have some understandable concerns about the state of your gums. Are you currently doing enough to prevent gingivitis? Are routine dental checkups effective at preventing problems with gum disease? You can stop gingivitis from occurring if you […]
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If you consistently clean your teeth at the gum line, you will be able to fight the buildup of plaque and tartar at the edge of your periodontal tissues and avoid gingivitis. Unfortunately, even those who take care to fully protect their smile each day can experience poor periodontal health at some point in their […]
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You should see your dentist on a regular basis if you want to make sure that you are free of any oral health problems. Sometimes, a problem can actually form without your realizing it, which means it can grow worse until uncomfortable symptoms do begin. That can mean more harm to your tooth structure that […]
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Should you feel more concern about gingivitis? This infection makes a person vulnerable to more problems than you might realize, particularly when it is not managed properly. If nothing is done to stop it, it will worsen and cause you to deal with periodontitis, which is harder to manage. Those who develop periodontitis are at […]
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Routine dental appointments can proceed differently for different patients. At every appointment, our Ankeny, IA dentist’s office is committed to making sure our approach to preventive care truly benefits you. In the course of your evaluation, we will look for signs of poor periodontal health that need to be addressed. When necessary, we can respond […]
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Cavities are a serious concern, but maintaining your oral health calls for more than just protecting yourself against dental decay. People who experience problems with poor periodontal health can have their overall health negatively affected, and they can face a higher risk for tooth loss. One thing to remember is that your regular dental exams […]
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Have you undergone a periodontal cleaning? Some patients will go through a routine dental exam without needing one, as they will not exhibit any signs of gingivitis. This should be your goal – through consistent care at home, you can prevent an infection from forming. If you are someone who has not had a periodontal […]
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