Do you know how to identify symptoms of gum disease? Are you quite sure about what to do if you think this problem is affecting your smile? Fortunately, the more you know about periodontal problems and maintaining a healthy mouth, the easier it is to keep your grin in excellent condition. However, overlooking some easy-to-identify… Read more »
Category: Gum DIsease
Reasons To Treat Gum Disease
Patients who know just a bit about periodontal problems commonly assume that treating gum disease is not something requiring urgent attention. Some patients think that periodontal issues are unsightly without realizing they bring a long list of potential consequences with them. Others assume they have all the time in the world to address gum inflammation without… Read more »
Why You Should Be Flossing Daily
Be honest: When was the last time you flossed your teeth? If you do not floss routinely, you are not alone. According to a national poll, only 36% of Americans floss daily! Interestingly, in the same poll, 80% agreed that flossing is important. The lack of daily flossing may be why nearly all American adults… Read more »
How to Prevent Tooth Decay & Gum Disease
The biggest dental concerns that nearly all adults experience are tooth decay and gum disease. If most adults have tooth decay or gum disease, these ailments must not be that bad, right? Wrong. Tooth decay and gum disease start as small cavities or minor gum inflammation, but both conditions can worsen into severe dental disease… Read more »
What You Didn’t Know About Gum Disease
Throughout your life, you consume unfathomable amounts of foods and drinks. Overtime, this can affect your dental health in multiple ways, for instance, a lifetime of biting and chewing puts pressure on your gums, increasing the risk of developing certain issues. This occurs when the tissue connecting your gums and teeth are weakened, progressing to… Read more »
Win the Battle Against Bad Breath
You can suck on breath mints all day long and swish with mouthwash religiously, but if you suffer from chronic or persistent bad breath, those popular remedies may not do the trick. In fact, most dentists believe that addressing the underlying cause of bad breath is the best, most sustainable option. Today, Brighton dentists Dr…. Read more »
Signs That You Might Have Gum Disease
The reason gum disease is so prevalent is because many people don’t recognize its early signs, and therefore neglect to seek treatment in time to stop it.
Brighton Dentist Explains How a Dental Checkup Helps Prevent Gum Disease
Did you know that gum disease can affect more than just your oral health? A lot of research exists which connects gum disease to various health risks including heart disease and certain cancers. But how does gum disease develop in the first place? And how can you prevent it? Your Brighton dentist, Dr. Thomas Villani,… Read more »
Brighton Dentist: Linking Gum Disease with Heart Disease
Have you ever seen a house sitting on a shifting foundation? Cracks run down the walls, and doors stick in their frames. However, once discovered, the source of all of the problems throughout the house can be traced back to a single problem. The human body often works the same way. Just as a house… Read more »
Living with Gum Recession in Brighton
In our later years, we expect our way of life to change. Our eating habits may change, or mobility could slow. Many of us may foresee tooth problems in our later years. One inevitable challenge that comes from aging is gum recession. If ignored, gum recession could cause serious dental problems. Tending to your mouth… Read more »
