Posts Tagged ‘gummy smile’
The Waterpik Water Flosser: Everything You Need to Know
We can all admit that flossing isn’t always fun. That doesn’t mean we can skip this all-important task. Luckily, there’s a way to make flossing easier, faster, and more fun: the Waterpik® Water Flosser. Flossing Is Essential for a Healthy Mouth Did you know that if you don’t floss you miss cleaning 35 percent of…
Read MoreThe Silent Invader: Periodontal Disease
Here is an interesting fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 50% of adults in the United States are affected by periodontal disease. Periodontal disease will silently invade your mouth and affect your overall, general health, without your knowledge. How is this possible? Periodontal disease starts off as gingivitis which is harmless…
Read MoreThe Need for a Dental Implant Procedure
While most people have thirty-two permanent teeth that develop (including the wisdom teeth) some people’s permanent teeth never grow in at all. These are called congenitally missing teeth—teeth missing from birth—and it’s actually more common than you think! So, what do you do if you find out you or your child has one or more…
Read MoreLANAP (Laser Gum Treatment) Procedure Explained
Periodontal disease begins in the mouth but it travels all over the body. It has the potential to travel through your bloodstream and work its way into vital organs. There are many different causes as to why someone could have periodontal disease. Some of these variables are genetics, stress, tobacco use, medications or even medical…
Read MoreCan Stress Contribute to Gum Disease?
DID YOU KNOW THAT STRESS can have an effect on your oral health? As if you needed any more on your plate! Knowing how stress and oral health are connected can help you combat any problems that might arise. Stress May Contribute to Teeth Grinding Bruxism is the technical term for habitual teeth grinding and…
Read MoreDon’t Forget to Clean Your Tongue!
A healthy tongue is incredibly important for a healthy mouth. We know we talk a lot about your teeth, but it’s time we told you more about your tongue, that amazing muscle that allows us to speak, taste, and swallow! Get Rid of Bacteria by Cleaning Your Tongue You’ve already brushed your teeth for two…
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