Posts Tagged ‘symptoms of gum disease’
Gum Disease Remains a Problem
Despite the ease with which this infection can be prevented, one of the more pervasive diseases in the US today is Periodontal Disease, more commonly known as gum disease. As your Littleton area Prosthodontist, it grieves us greatly to know so many patients suffer from tooth loss because of this largely preventable oral disease, simply…
Read MoreWhy an Abscessed Tooth is So Painful & How to Take Care of It
A tooth abscess is caused by a bacterial infection beneath your gums, either alongside your tooth or at the tip of your tooth root, creating a pocket of pus which develops, leading to inflammation of the gum and some intense pain. The abscess is most commonly the result of an untreated cavity, or possibly injury…
Read MoreGum Disease Leading Cause of Tooth Loss
Periodontal Disease, also known as Periodontitis (or simply “gum disease”), is a serious infection of the gums that, if left untreated, can destroy the soft tissues surrounding your teeth, as well as the jaw bone; the very support your teeth require to remain in place. This infection can easily lead to dramatic tooth loss, as…
Read MoreSeptember is National Gum Care Month
Sponsored by the American Dental Association (ADA), September is National Gum Care Month, a time for all of us to focus on oral health and gum disease prevention. As we’ve mentioned many times here at The Dental Health Blog, taking care of your teeth and gums protect far more than your smile; doing so can…
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