Gums to bleed easily while brushing and flossing and chronic problems with bad breath often herald the early stages of gingivitis. This early stage of gum disease is often related to poor oral hygiene habits that allow tartar to accumulate near the gumline. If you have noticed anything abnormal with the health of your gums, it’s best to seek out... read more »
Bleeding gums can be an indicator of gum disease in various stages. This is a common but serious problem; advanced gum disease affects over 40 percent of adults over 30 in the United States. Gum disease can lead to loose teeth, bone loss and exposed roots of teeth, as well as a host of other problems. Some people have a... read more »
Advanced gum disease affects over 47% of adults over the age of 30 in the United States. It is important to be aware of the risk factors of gum disease, and see how you can reduce them in your own life. Gum disease is also called periodontal disease. The disease is primarily caused by a buildup of plaque on... read more »
In order to keep your smile safe, it is important to be aware of all the hazards that can damage it. One of the most significant hazards that affect many human beings is gum disease. Gum disease, also frequently referred to as periodontal disease, is an oral health condition in which your gums become infected. Typically, gum disease occurs in... read more »
To keep your mouth from fashioning gum disease, you should brush twice daily and floss once a day. Keeping your teeth and gums healthy is our priority at David E. Pearson DMD PC, so we’ve put together this information on how you can steer clear of gum disease. Periodontal disease is a dental disorder caused by uncontrolled bacteria development on... read more »
Do you know how to spot the symptoms of periodontal disease, also called gum disease? Periodontal disease is a common oral infection that affects the gum tissue in your mouth, typically around the teeth. If you have gum disease, your gums may appear swollen, unusually red, and can often be sensitive or sore. Another sign of gum disease occurs with... read more »
Gum disease is alarmingly more prevalent in the American population than most people think. A research report published by the American Dental Association estimated that up to 47 percent of adults over the age of 30 are affected by some degree of gum disease. Poor oral hygiene habits or inconsistencies in your brushing and flossing technique can leave stray food... read more »
A fairly common treatment for gum disease or for increasing your smile’s cosmetic appeal is to lengthen your crowns. This treatment removes a small part of the gumline, revealing more of your teeth and reducing the pockets gum disease can cause. Gum shaping is a process used to help gums appear more regular. It is often used to treat encroaching... read more »
Hardened tartar at the gum line is the leading cause of periodontal disease. The American Dental Association estimates that nearly half of the population over the age of 30 has some form of periodontal disease. There are two distinct stages to periodontal disease. Each has distinct symptoms and complications. Periodontal disease starts out as gingivitis. This happens when hardened tartar... read more »