Gum disease is a common dental ailment affecting over 75% of adults. Primarily, this infection of the gum tissue affects adult and senior dental patients, but people of any age or background could contract gum disease. It often presents itself subtly. Many patients remain unaware they have some form of…
Millions of Americans struggle with diabetes, a chronic condition that disrupts the body’s production of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates sugar in the blood. High or low blood sugar will impact the function of organs throughout your entire body. So managing this disease is crucial to…
Healthy dental patients usually have firm, pink gums. The gums refer to the connective tissue over the jawbone that helps to keep teeth in place in the mouth. Taking care of your gums is as crucial as maintaining the health of the rest of your smile. If you notice a…
A recent study in Oral Health & Preventative Dentistry suggests that treating gingivitis in pregnant individuals can lead to fewer preterm births and an increased birth weight. Gingivitis is an early stage of periodontal disease, an infection in the gums that people who are pregnant may be more susceptible to…
Periodontal disease is a common dental affliction that affects one out of every two American adults aged 30 and over. In fact, it’s the leading cause of tooth loss in adults in the western world. However, periodontal disease puts more than your teeth at risk. Periodontal disease has also been…
Have you noticed that your gums bleed easily during brushing or flossing? You may be experiencing a sign of gum disease. Gum disease is the result of plaque buildup near the gum line that irritates the gums and teeth. In advanced cases, gum disease may lead to tooth loss. At Drs.…
