Posted in Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Oral Hygeine, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Regular Cleanings on Mar 13th, 2012
Most people know that seeing the dentist is an important part of creating a winning smile. But not everyone realizes that seeing a dentist is also a part of overall health. Lower costs Dentists are able to spot dental problems and correct them before they get out of hand. At an earlier stage, dental problems [...]
Posted in Dental Cleanings, Gingivitis, Manus Dental, Oral Hygeine, Periodontal Disease on Jan 11th, 2012
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 [...]
Posted in Gingivitis, Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Regular Cleanings on Dec 9th, 2011
Sore gums and bleeding gums are often a sign of gum disease. Other signs of gum disease include persistent bad breath, loose teeth, painful chewing, receding gums and sensitive teeth. Mild gum disease is called gingivitis, and if this condition is not treated it can turn into the more serious version of gum disease, called [...]
Posted in Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Periodontitis on Oct 26th, 2011
Individuals with gum disease should see a periodontist. Periodontists work on infected or diseased gums and perform dental implants. Periodontal care is necessary for a vast majority of Americans. Statistics show that roughly three out of four people suffer from some type of gum disease. Periodontal gum care treats gums and the bones that support [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Periodontitis on Jun 30th, 2011
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 [...]
Posted in Dental Cleanings, Family Dentist, Gingivitis, Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Periodontal Gum Care, Periodontitis, Restorative Dentistry, Uncategorized on May 4th, 2011
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 [...]
Posted in Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Periodontal Disease, Uncategorized on Mar 28th, 2011
Periodontitis is a disease of the mouth caused by caused by bacterial plaque that often times starts as gingivitis. As the disease progresses, the human body tries to fight off the infection and in the process substances are produced which can damage the jaw bone and surrounding ligaments among the teeth. As periodonitis develops, the [...]
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, [...]