Gum disease impacts a wide number of dental patients in the United States. Gum disease (periodontitis) affects almost half of all dental patients over thirty and 70% or more of all dental patients over sixty. If left untreated, this condition can lead to tooth loss, so getting dental care as soon as possible is important [...]
Gum disease or periodontal disease can cause serious dental complications if left untreated. Thankfully, if caught early enough, gum disease requires only simple, minimally invasive treatments. However, the longer you wait to see a dentist, the more likely you'll encounter complications like receding gum lines, loose teeth, or even bone loss. Here, we cover gum [...]
Dental care is important no matter how old you are, but it's doubly important in kids. Teaching kids how to care for their teeth is a gift that lasts their whole life. But, even if you're doing your best to care for your child's teeth, some common dental problems can impact kids of all ages. [...]
If you’re worried about a tooth infection, it’s time to make an appointment with your dentist. Tooth infections happen when bacteria get into the pulp of your teeth, causing painful swelling. Tooth infections can come from several sources, from decay to periodontal disease. If left untreated, tooth infections can cause the pulp of your teeth [...]
Scaling and root planing is a reasonably standard procedure for treating periodontal disease. However, this procedure can seem invasive at first glance. You may wonder if scaling and root planing are necessary for a dental treatment plan. Not only is scaling and root planing one of the top treatments for periodontal disease, but it [...]
Gum disease, or periodontitis, can seem terrifying at first glance. While there are complications that can come from gum disease, many patients are concerned that the condition may be life-threatening. While gum disease on its own is unlikely to be deadly, untreated gum disease can lead to a wide range of issues, including but not [...]