What is Periodontal Disease And How to Prevent It

What is Periodontal Disease And How to Prevent It
What is Periodontal Disease And How to Prevent It

What is Periodontal Disease? Periodontal Disease is the inflammation of both the gum tissue and bones surrounding your teeth. The first stage is gingivitis. The bacterial plaque of the teeth produces toxins that irritate the gum tissue, causing inflammation and bleeding. If left untreated, this could lead to a more serious condition called periodontitis. When…

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Why are my teeth sensitive to cold or hot drinks?

Why are my teeth sensitive to cold or hot drinks? Do you feel sensitivity in your teeth when you eat or drink something too cold or too hot? You’re not alone. Today, 1 in 8 adults have sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity is commonly triggered by hot and cold foods. However, having pain along with other…

Five Ultimate Benefits of Having Whiter Teeth
Five Ultimate Benefits of Having Whiter Teeth

Five Ultimate Benefits of Having Whiter Teeth Teeth whitening products, whitening toothpastes, and treatments are growing in popularity. Whether it’s on social media, local magazines or on ads posted at your dental office, you’ve seen that the benefits of having whiter teeth are endless. Maybe this is the reason that you may be considering trying…

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5 Signs You May Need Dentures

5 Signs You May Need Dentures Did you know that dentures are more common than you would expect? According to a survey reported by Fixodent Beauty & Aging, around 20 million women over age 40 use partial or full dentures. Also, according to research published in The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, the number of American…