Periodontics
Can Kids Get Periodontal Disease?
Periodontal Disease is most frequently associated with adults and most people believe that periodontal disease as well as other major dental issues are strictly an adult problem. This is simply not the case. Children and adolescents are also at risk of developing periodontal disease and associated health problems. When children have periodontal disease, signs and symptoms…
Read MoreSigns of A Dead (Non Vital) Tooth
What many people don’t realize, is that a tooth has nerves and blood vessels just like the rest of our body. A tooth is “vital” or alive. There are reasons why a tooth can become non vital, or dead. It is not always easy to tell, and sometimes can be quite painful. A dead tooth…
Read MoreWhy Do My Gums Bleed?
Many people think it is okay for some gum bleeding during brushing or flossing but that is simply not true. Bleeding gums equal unhealthy gums. Periodontal disease can creep up silently attacking your gums and bone in your mouth. This is especially important with recent studies showing periodontal disease being linked to systemic diseases like…
Read MorePeriodontal Disease Linked To Other Diseases?
Periodontal disease, comes in two forms gingivitis (reversible) and periodontitis (treatable but non reversible), is an infection of the gums caused by bacteria found in plaque. Recent studies have shown between 50-75% of people have some form of periodontal disease. More statistics show that approximately 30% of Americans are at an increased risk of developing periodontal…
Read MoreWhat Is Your Dental Age? Why Your Smile May Be Older or Younger Than You Are
Your birth certificate tells me your chronological age. Your smile tells me something very different. After decades in dentistry, I have examined patients in their 50s and 60s whose teeth, gums, bone support, and bite are remarkably well preserved. I have also treated much younger adults whose mouths show extensive wear, gum recession, bone loss,…
Read MoreDental Implants: The Ideal Solution for a Lost Tooth
Losing a tooth creates an obvious empty space. But when I evaluate a patient with a missing tooth, the space itself is rarely the most important part of the problem. I am thinking about what used to occupy that space: a natural tooth with a root, surrounding bone, gum tissue, contact with neighboring teeth, and…
Read MoreCan Your Dentist Tell When You Are Not Flossing?
Most of us worry before we sit in the dental chair and we know the questions that are coming…”Have you been flossing and brushing regularly?” So what do we do, we frantically brush, floss, and use a mouth rinse right before our appointment. And when we finally sit down in the chair and we get…
Read MoreEat More Fish For A Healthier Smile!
Everyone wants beautiful hair, vibrant skin, and a bright smile. There are countless products on the market promising that a cream or lotion will give you a youthful glow. But real beauty comes from what you feed your body, not what you put “on” it. With that said recent studies have shown that eating foods…
Read MoreNew Year’s Resolutions For A Healthy Smile!
The new year is fast approaching and it may be time to start thinking about what your New Year’s resolutions should be. These usually include losing weight, striving for a better job, or maybe even just being a better friend or partner. Many people also set new goals for leading a healthier life going forward.…
Read MoreHoliday Snacking Hazardous To Dental Health
As we are in the middle of the Holiday season there are lots of tempting treats to pick on. Most are okay in moderation but some are likely to create problems for your dental health. Issues that could be created include tooth decay and even fractured teeth. Below are a listing of some to be…
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