Brushing and flossing your teeth each day forms the basis for protecting your smile against tooth decay and gum infection. When you combine these efforts with regular trips to the dentist, you receive timely examinations of your efforts at home. While a preventive attitude toward your oral care can greatly minimize the risk of certain… Continue reading A Therapy For Gum Disease
Category: Periodontal Treatment Dallas
Dependable Gum Disease Treatment
Throughout the course of your entire day, your mouth interacts with your environment whenever you eat, speak, and breathe. Because you are almost always performing one of those actions, elements in the outside world can affect your oral health. When you practice rigorous oral hygiene, you can keep your entire mouth healthy and protect your… Continue reading Dependable Gum Disease Treatment
Finding Effective Periodontal Care
While you can certainly be happy to hear that you are free of cavities, the presence or absence of dental decay is not all that determines your overall oral health. One potentially serious problem people experience is with the onset of gum disease. The first stage of this threat, gingivitis, can cause different issues that… Continue reading Finding Effective Periodontal Care
Understanding the 6 Types of Periodontal Disease
You may have heard the terms periodontal disease and gingivitis, but you might not be clear on what those conditions entail. It can be confusing, but it’s essential to understand to maintain good oral health. Let’s take a closer look at these six types of periodontal disease. 1. Gingivitis Gingivitis is the first and most often… Continue reading Understanding the 6 Types of Periodontal Disease
Signs of Gingivitis and How to Treat It
Gingivitis is a type of disease related to the gums. Advanced gum infection is called periodontitis, and it often creates long-lasting problems, including damage to the soft tissue and bone supporting your teeth. It’s a disease that shouldn’t be taken lightly as it has major health repercussions. Dr. Barry Buchanan has been practicing general dentistry… Continue reading Signs of Gingivitis and How to Treat It
Treatment Options for Periodontal Disease
Has your dentist recommended that you receive periodontal treatment for gum disease? Gum (periodontal) disease is a serious oral health condition. If this condition is left untreated, it can destroy everything from gum tissue to teeth and bone. Our practice offers periodontal treatment including professional deep cleanings called scaling and root planing along with antibiotic… Continue reading Treatment Options for Periodontal Disease
Periodontal Treatment: When is root planing and scaling recommended?
Periodontal treatment is required when the patient is experiencing symptoms of gum disease. A visit with your dentist will identify if you require a periodontal deep cleaning, also known as root planing and scaling. Gum Disease Symptoms Bleeding gums – Gum tissue may bleed if brushed too aggressively or a hard bristle toothbrush is used.… Continue reading Periodontal Treatment: When is root planing and scaling recommended?
Importance of Maintaining Good Oral Health After Gum Treatment
If you’ve already experienced one episode of gum disease, you face a much higher risk of developing this condition again in the future. Therefore, it’s essential that you follow the guidance of your dentist in regard to your home oral hygiene routine as well as follow-up professional care and monitoring. Periodontal treatment becomes necessary when… Continue reading Importance of Maintaining Good Oral Health After Gum Treatment
Periodontal Disease: What can I do to reduce my risk?
Periodontal (gum) disease is one of the biggest and most common threats to your oral health. Without periodontal treatment, gum disease can advance into a destructive condition that causes tooth loss, bone deterioration, and a chronic oral infection. There are things you can do to reduce your risk of developing gum disease. Dental professionals strongly… Continue reading Periodontal Disease: What can I do to reduce my risk?
Why are my gums inflamed even though I brush and floss daily?
Inflamed gums are a sign of gum disease, so patients may be surprised to develop this symptom if they are conscientious about brushing and flossing every day. There are a number of factors that can cause gum disease, even in patients who practice good oral hygiene habits on a daily basis. First of all, your… Continue reading Why are my gums inflamed even though I brush and floss daily?