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dental procedures and finding the right dentist

Having made some poor decisions in dental providers early in my life, I have spent more than my fair share in the dentist's chair. I have undergone root canal treatments, extractions, implants and some procedure that I never learned how to pronounce to remove the infections in my gums. Having gone through all of this, I have learned an awful lot about dental procedures and finding a skilled dentist that would be able to care for my teeth the way that the should be. I have put together everything that I have learned on my website to help others avoid the financial and painful situations that I have gone through.

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3 Bad Habits That Are Worse For Your Gums And Teeth Than You Realize

Posted on February 17, 2015

Most people have a bad habit or two that they know is not great for their health. Some are engaged in intentionally, while others are unintentional. If you already know that these habits are bad for your health in general, but that hasn't convinced you to make an effort to break them, then knowing how they also affect your teeth and gums may finally give you the inspiration that you need to finally say " [Read More]

Sure Cure: 4 Smart Ways To Treat Gum Disease In Children

Posted on February 17, 2015

Since gum disease is one of the main causes of tooth loss in adulthood, many people assume it does not even start to develop until reaching an advanced age. Unfortunately, gum disease is a bacterial infection that can affect even the youngest of children. In fact, up to 50% of kids show signs of gum disease. Symptoms associated with this condition will continue to worsen until an appropriate treatment kills off the bacteria. [Read More]

Periodontal Care Tips: How To Keep Your Gum Disease In Check At Home

Posted on February 17, 2015

Your periodontist keeps your gum disease in check with routine cleanings every six months, but you can also protect your gums from recurrent inflammations by using an interdental brush and kids' plaque-detecting mouth rinse at home. An interdental brush and kids' plaque-detecting mouth rinse can remove debris effectively from beneath and between your gums. Here's how you establish a good gum-cleaning routine at home in between periodontal visits. Why Use An Interdental Brush? [Read More]

Gum Infections After Dental Implantation - How You Should Deal With The Problem

Posted on February 17, 2015

If you have a dental implant scheduled in the future, then you will be informed that there is a slight risk of infection across the implant site. Infections typically start around the gums and bacteria migrate beneath the soft tissues to the bone underneath. When this happens, oseointegration is compromised and your dental implant might fail. Fortunately, peri-implant mucositis across the gum tissues can be controlled. This will prevent more serious infections. If you see swelling and bleeding along the gums that sit over your dental implant, then make sure the problem is addressed as soon as possible. [Read More]