Caring for your teeth and gums is an essential part of daily life that if overlooked or neglected can have detrimental results. Periodontal gum disease affects 75 percent of Americans. Periodontal gum disease refers to an infection of the tissues of the gums as well as the bones surrounding the teeth. The primary cause of [...]
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Periodontal disease is a serious dental concern that can, if left untreated, lead to tooth loss. The disease is caused by bacteria that infect the gum and damage to the gums and the bone that supports the teeth. A periodontist is a dentist that specializes in treating gum disease. It is estimated that approximately 75 [...]
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Posted in Dental Cleanings, Family Dentist on Feb 28th, 2011
A dental cleaning is one of the most basic and easiest dental appointments you will ever have. That being said, it may also be the most important one. A dental cleaning appointment is actually done by a dental hygienist who is specially trained to check oral health and oral health practices of the patient. He [...]
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Just as you would not send your child to a doctor that has no experience with children you should also not send your child to a dentist who has no experience with children. Pediatric dentistry is a specialized area that requires an extra 2 to 3 years of training above and beyond learning how to [...]
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Dental cleaning appointments are referred to by dentists as “dental prophylaxis” and are necessary for both the prevention of diseases as well as the education of the patients. The typical dental cleaning appointment includes: • Instructions on how to properly floss and brush • An evaluation of oral hygiene along with a review and recommendations [...]
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