Thanks to advances in dental technology, a visit to the dentist doesn’t have to be the ordeal that it once was. The dentists of today can do more things than their predecessors could, and the procedures are generally less painful and more successful than they used to be. Dental x-rays have been in use for [...]
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Periodontal disease is an infection to the gums which can destroy the bone and soft tissue that surrounds teeth. Most people who are diagnosed with this disease do not practice good oral hygiene. Signs and Symptoms The following signs and symptoms are commonly associated with periodontal disease: • Gums that are tender, swollen, red and [...]
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Posted in Periodontal Disease on Aug 31st, 2010
Approximately 75% of Americans have some form of periodontal infection. This makes it the most common chronic bacterial infection in adults. It is not only important to address periodontal disease for the health of your teeth and gums, these periodontal causing bacteria can enter into the bloodstream and cause serious health problems. Research has shown, [...]
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