You might be aware of the fact that there are traditional dental cleanings and deep cleanings. However, beyond the fact that there are two main types of cleanings, you may not know much more about which one you need, the differences between the two, etc. To help you feel more educated regarding your preventive care […]
Category: Gum Disease
Periodontal Treatment: Your Insurance Questions
When you find out that you are suffering from gum disease or even gingivitis, you will need immediate treatment. Since the particular level of periodontal treatment you require may vary (and since different patients have different insurance plans), it isn’t possible for us to lay out universal costs and coverage details that apply to everyone. […]
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Periodontal Disease: Starting With The Basics
When you hear about gum disease, it might sound like something that happens to a lot of people but doesn’t strike you as something that you need to worry about. Unfortunately, if you remain uninformed, you may overlook gum inflammation that can lead to serious consequences (since it can actually happen to anyone!). If it […]
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Should I Treat Gum Disease At Home?
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a very serious inflammation of the gum tissue that can lead to infection and even tooth loss. However, in its earliest stage, called gingivitis, gum disease causes little to no discomfort; in fact, its most common symptoms are gums that bleed a little while brushing and persistent […]
Do You Recognize The Signs of Gum Disease?
Good daily dental habits not only keep your teeth clean and your breath fresh. These habits are vital to the good health of your gums as well. Our trained professionals are glad to share their knowledge with you, and everything you do to keep your gums healthy makes your smile that much brighter, and our […]
Gum Disease: Mouth To Body
Most people have heard that gum disease exists. They’ve also heard that the disease is different for each person, which is mostly accurate. Did you know that gum disease is the leading cause for adult tooth loss in America? 70% of Americans are affected with various severity levels, and the condition can lead to different […]
Why You Need A Periodontal Assessment
In some cases ignorance is bliss, but when it comes to gum disease, what you don’t know may actually cause you severe harm. We encourage patients to keep this in mind when we explain that we incorporate a periodontal assessment during your six-month checkup. Still feeling a bit fuzzy on the details? Do you feel […]
Are You At Risk for Gum Disease?
Well over ¾ of the adult population in the United States exhibits some degree of gum disease, or periodontal disease, making it one of the most widespread dental diseases today (next to tooth decay). Though it isn’t as common as cavities, gum disease remains the leading cause of adult tooth loss due to the extensive […]
The Importance Of Flossing
Your teeth are important to you right? You would like to keep your natural teeth rather than wear dentures right? You’re proud of your pearly whites, and brush all the time to keep them clean and white, right? But, do you floss? A recent study showed that if you’re an American, there is less than […]
The Stages of Gum Disease
Gum disease–also called periodontal disease–develops in stages. Because it takes time to develop it is more common in older people. The most recent statistics show that it is most prevalent in people 65 and older, yet almost half of Americans 30 and older have some level of periodontal disease. Such statistics are disconcerting considering the […]
