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What Are the Symptoms of Gum Disease?

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Periodontal disease, also referred to as gum disease, is a chronic inflammation of the gum tissue. It is typically caused by bacteria that live in plaque and tartar. Gum disease is dangerous because it can lead to tooth loss and also destroy the structure of the jaw bone. Therefore, immediate treatment is required if it…

Care Guide for Dental Implants

Dental implants are reliable and can last you for years, providing the joy of a great-looking smile and the ability to enjoy a variety of foods without concern. However, your implants still require special maintenance to serve you for as long as possible. Please read our care guide for dental implants to learn about the…

Stages of Periodontitis

Preventing periodontal diseases will always be easier and more affordable than trying to slow or reverse the process. But if you do need treatment, it will depend on which of the stages of periodontitis you find yourself in. Whatever stage you are at, the best decision you can make is to call your local periodontist…

Benefits of the Pinhole Surgical Technique

Unfortunately, gum recession is a common condition, especially in patients over the age of 65. Several methods of treating gum recession exist, including the Pinhole Surgical Technique. In this article, we discuss the causes and symptoms of gum recession and the benefits of this treatment method. Understanding Gum Recession Gum recession is a condition…

At What Age Should You See a Periodontist?

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A periodontist is a dental professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the gum tissue and jawbone and other health or cosmetic issues related to the gums. Periodontal treatment can be highly beneficial for your oral and general health. But at what age should you see a periodontist? Please read our article to…

When Does Periodontal Disease Require Surgery?

The image shows a cropped close up of a man showing his periodontal disease to represent when periodontal disease would require surgery.

Periodontal treatment includes a variety of procedures aimed at the prevention and therapy of periodontal disease, also known as gum disease. Please read our article to learn about the negative consequences of this condition and when periodontal disease would require surgery. What Is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal disease, commonly referred to as gum disease,…

Can a Waterpik Help With Gum Disease?

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A Waterpik is a brand name for water flossers, also called oral irrigators. It has become a popular dental hygiene option for people who struggle with traditional flossing with a dental thread. Also, your periodontist might recommend using a water flosser in addition to traditional flossing to improve the condition of their teeth and gums.…

Can an X-Ray Diagnose Dental Implant Failure?

Dental implant failure is not very common if the implants are installed properly to begin with, and all the possible health issues and other factors that might influence the success of the treatment are considered beforehand. However, implant failure still can happen, and you need to know how to identify it early on to get…

Top 5 Causes of Tooth Loss

Even though modern dentistry has incredible tooth replacement methods, most people probably want to preserve their natural teeth for as long as possible. Unfortunately, there are factors and situations that are out of our control when it comes to tooth loss. However, in general our habits certainly can influence the health of our teeth. Below,…

Is Flossing Really Necessary?

Flossing is one of the basic and most common recommendations dentists give to their patients. While some question the effectiveness of this advice and wonder if flossing is really necessary, it remains a useful part of your oral hygiene routine. In this article, we explain why flossing is good for your oral health. And we…

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