periodontal disease

Periodontal Disease—It’s More Than Just Sore Gums

And periodontal health is more than a dazzling smile. Maintaining healthy teeth and gums has become more important than ever. Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammation of the gums that not only can lead to tooth loss but can even interfere with other systems of the body. [...]

By |2013-04-16T00:00:30-07:00April 16, 2013|Periodontal Dentistry|Comments Off on Periodontal Disease—It’s More Than Just Sore Gums

Mouthwash FAQs

19Whether it's to mask bad breath, fight cavities or prevent the buildup of plaque, the sticky material that contains germs and can lead to oral diseases, mouthwashes serve a variety of purposes. Or so we think. Though they may leave your mouth with a clean, fresh taste, [...]

By |2013-02-19T00:00:49-08:00February 19, 2013|Preventative Dentistry|Comments Off on Mouthwash FAQs

Here’s to Health in 2013

We care about you as patients and as friends, too. Hopefully these suggestions will help you lead a healthier life for years to come. 1. Make the New Year tobacco-free! Do whatever you need to quit smoking—seek out a program, a patch, a support group. Half a [...]

By |2013-01-01T00:00:20-08:00January 1, 2013|Patient Education|Comments Off on Here’s to Health in 2013

Treating Halitosis

Whether you call it dragon breath, morning breath, or halitosis, persistent bad breath is not only socially embarrassing, it can also be a sign of poor oral hygiene, periodontal disease, digestive problems, and even sinus trouble. And all the mouthwashes and breath fresheners in the world won’t [...]

By |2012-12-18T00:00:16-08:00December 18, 2012|Restorative Dentistry|Comments Off on Treating Halitosis

Diabetes and Your Mouth

We could be first to know. Don’t let us be the last. Diabetes affects the blood chemistry and metabolism of its victims, threatening them with multiple serious disorders. But early detection can ward off the dangers, and we dentists are often the first to notice clues. Diabetics [...]

By |2012-10-23T00:00:13-07:00October 23, 2012|Patient Education|Comments Off on Diabetes and Your Mouth