If you need to see a periodontist, you usually have some sort of gum problem. A periodontist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of more severe gum problems, called periodontitis – an inflammation of the gums around the tooth. A periodontist is an expert in … [Read more...]
Dentist vs. Doctor: Both can Spot Health Problems
A dental visit isn't just about your teeth and gums. Your dental health is a good sign of how healthy you really are. If your tooth enamel is worn down, you may be stressed and grind your teeth at night. Swollen and receding gums are an early sign of diabetes. And sores in your … [Read more...]
Make Your Gums Happy: Floss
Do you mean to floss but never get around to it? Are you ashamed to admit it to your dental hygienist? More of us need to floss, according to the American Dental Association (ADA). According to an ADA survey, only half of Americans say they floss once a day and one in 10 say … [Read more...]
Men’s Health: Oral Health Concerns for Men
Hey guys, you might want to pack a toothbrush in your dating arsenal. Here’s why – a new study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that periodontitis, a chronic infection of the gums, not only is the main source of bad breath. It also can cause erectile … [Read more...]
What Your Breath Is Saying
You’ve probably seen the commercial for a certain gum company. You have a hero for lunch, and then get in the elevator with that Vice President who you have been meaning to have sign your case documents. Only to have him smell what you were eating for lunch. No good. Bad breath … [Read more...]
