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Fighting Gingivitis at the Dentist’s Office

June 2, 2021
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The way you approach fighting gingivitis is important. If you have the right habits in place, you can keep your gums safe from potential problems over time, which can help you avoid complications that raise your risk for tooth loss and other unwelcome developments. Unfortunately, many people fail to address shortcomings in their daily efforts, and that can lead to...
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Tips to Improve Gum Health

December 28, 2018
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Gum health is just as important as the health of your teeth. In fact the two are more closely related than most people believe. Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in America. Improving your gum health can help you to keep your smile healthy. Today, we give you just a few tips on how to improve...
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What Is a Scaling and Root Planing?

December 20, 2018
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A scaling and a root planing is also known as a deep cleaning; it is the process of removing bacteria from beneath the gums and from the roots of your teeth. A scaling and root planing can be done to manage the effects of gum disease. It can also be recommended for people who have gone longer than the recommended six...
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3 Ways to Defend Against Gum Disease

October 25, 2018
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Gum disease, which is also known as periodontal disease, is prevalent among adults in the United States. It is one of the top causes of tooth loss. It is also linked to other serious health conditions like heart disease and diabetes. These facts make defending against gum disease essential to both your oral health and your overall well-being. If you live in...
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Managing Gum Disease To Save Your Smile

August 10, 2018
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Gum disease is an incredibly common progressive condition affecting millions of Americans. While its most common form is the mildest, gingivitis, may seem innocuous, it can manifest and develop into a severe condition known as advanced periodontitis. Gum disease can be prevented and in the earliest stages be reversed, but advanced gum disease can only be managed. Managing gum disease can...
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Why Does My Smile Need a Deep Cleaning?

May 25, 2018
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You probably already know that your teeth should be professionally cleaned every six months. This allows for any bacteria and tartar built-up on your teeth and along your gums to be removed. If there is a significant buildup of bacteria along or under your gums, it could be gum disease. Early gum disease can be reversed, but later stages cannot...
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Do I Need a Scaling and Root Planing?

March 29, 2018
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Prevention is paramount when it comes to oral health, which means that regular dental cleanings are essential to keeping your smile clean and healthy. In some cases, a deeper periodontal cleaning, also known as a scaling and root planing, may be necessary to restore a healthy order to your mouth. It can become necessary when bacteria, plaque, and tartar build...
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Bleeding Gums Should Not Be Ignored

March 15, 2018
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Dental health problems can sneak up on you. In the very early stages of tooth decay and gum disease, it is unlikely that you will not notice any symptoms. Typically, neither of them include pain until they have progressed into the serious stages. This makes it important to notice early indicators; it’s also important to maintain regular dental visits because...
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Important Reasons to Try to Prevent Gum Disease

March 1, 2018
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Gum disease affects the majority of adults in the United States over the age of 40. Even with this kind of prevalence, some people are not very concerned with the need to prevent it. Although the earliest stage of it, which is called gingivitis, can be reversible with a well-timed treatment, advanced stages of gum disease is irreversible once it...
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Am I at Risk of Gum Disease?

February 7, 2018
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Gum disease is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world; nearly half of all adult Americans have had some form of gum disease (also known as periodontal disease). While It is preventable, treatable, and even reversible in the early stages, periodontal disease can lead to health complications in the rest of your body, such as, heart disease,...
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Can Scaling and Root Planing Help My Gums?

January 31, 2018
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Gum disease is a very common chronic disease that is preventable, treatable, and even reversible in its earliest stages. Scaling and root planing is a deep, periodontal cleaning that can stop gum disease from progressing into the dangerous stages and help manage it once it has. If you have any stage of gum disease, a scaling and root planing can help to protect...
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Tips for Preventing Cavities

December 8, 2017
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Tooth decay is a very common occurrence in both adults and children. While it is very common, it can also be prevented. Cavities are a form of tooth decay where holes form in the outer surface of the teeth, the enamel. A cavity can be treated with a dental filling to prevent the tooth decay from going deeper within your...
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The 3 W’s of Scaling and Root Planing

November 28, 2017
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Gum disease is an incredibly common chronic disease. It can progress to serious stages that may lead to pain, loss of gum tissue, loss of teeth and bone, and even increase your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, and more. Gum disease is preventable, treatable, and even reversible in its earliest stages. Scaling and root planing is a deep, periodontal cleaning that...
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What Causes Gum Disease?

October 19, 2017
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Gum disease is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. It can lead to health complications in the rest of your body, such as, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and more. It is preventable, treatable, and even reversible in the early stages. Gum disease is inflammation in the gum tissue. The name of the earliest stage, gingivitis, literally...
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