The health of your teeth, gums, and mouth is connected to the overall health of your body. Researchers have found a connection between poor oral health and a number of serious physical conditions including diabetes and heart disease. The connection between your oral health and physical health is one...
Periodontal Disease is a condition of the gums and surrounding tissue caused by bacteria. This condition, left untreated, leads to bone loss and loose teeth. Eventually, these teeth may fall out or have to be extracted by a dental professional. Studies suggest that periodontal disease can also lead ...
Periodontal disease or periodontitis is a condition involving the infection of the gums. It can destroy the soft tissue attachments around teeth and, ultimately, cause the supporting bone to melt away. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss, and may place you at increased risk of hea...
Being told by a dentist that you have periodontal disease can be a startling experience. Usually there is no pain and, until teeth become loose, there are few symptoms. Your dentist can make the diagnosis bases on dental x-rays which can show bone loss and clinically by looking for periodontal pocke...
Often times when we think of a healthy mouth, the first thing that springs to mind is a sparkling, white smile. What we might not consider, however, is the role our gums play in our oral health. Periodontal disease, more commonly known as gum disease, is linked to a host of other health concerns. ...
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