While mouthwash can help combat bad breath a key question arises: should you choose mouthwash with alcohol or without? When it comes to maintaining a bright and healthy smile, most of us diligently brush and …
gingivitis
You’ve probably heard about “gingivitis” but do you actually know what it is, what causes it or what it does to your teeth? Or for that matter, do you know how we treat the problem, …
When asking a patient who was just recently in our office, “Do your gums bleed or hurt?” The person’s response was surprising. They said, “Yes, my gums bleed, but that’s normal.” We were surprised by …
Did you know that almost 30 million Americans suffer from diabetes? If you are diabetic, you probably already know about the threat to your overall health from diabetes. Diabetes can come with some serious health …
Chances are that you’ve heard of gum disease. You know, that pesky infection that causes your gums to bleed when you floss. In case you thought that bleeding gums are normal when you brush or …
You’re expecting a new bundle of joy (congratulations, by the way). We know about the bliss of motherhood and also the stresses of getting everything ready! Between shopping for baby clothes, toys and care items; …
There is a common problem in oral health, one so pervasive that most people are probably affected by it. Many of them don’t even realize there is an issue. But gum disease can wreak havoc …