You know the drill (no pun intended), every six months you visit the dental hygienist and are told about the importance of flossing. The problem is that most people ignore the advice. Why aren't you flossing every day? Flossing does about 40% of the work required to clean all the plaque from your … [Read more...]
Receding Gums – What To Do
March 22, 2013 By Leave a Comment
You noticed a couple of the signs of receding gums and wonder what to do next. The first thing to do is call your dentist and schedule an appointment. Most cases of receding gums are caused by gum disease so let's begin there. If your gum recession is mild your dentist may be able to get your gum … [Read more...]
Don’t Ignore Receding Gums
March 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Receding gums should not be ignored. If you think that your gums are receding you should make an appointment with your dentist to figure out the reason why. Your dentist can provide treatments that repair the gum and prevent further damage. Gum recession occurs when the edge of the gum tissue that … [Read more...]
Losing Teeth Increases Risk for Heart Disease
March 7, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Adults who lose teeth seem to be at a higher risk for heart disease according to a large international study. Tooth loss has already been associated with several risk factors for heart disease including diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and smoking. Swedish researchers analyzed data from … [Read more...]
Brushing and Flossing for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
February 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Rheumatoid arthritis patients need to be especially careful about oral health care, but pain and limited mobility can make brushing and flossing difficult. Here are some suggestions that might help. Try an electric toothbrush - these are great for people with limited mobility, there are various … [Read more...]
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