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To effectively protect your mouth, it’s important to know the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis. By doing so, you’ll be able to identify issues quickly and seek proper dental treatment. You have likely heard of the terms gingivitis, gum disease, periodontitis, and periodontal disease. But you may be less familiar with what they are and …
When a baby is breastfed, the breast milk provides essential nutrients they need to develop properly and thrive and this includes their jaw and teeth. Breastfeeding has proven to have countless benefits for both mother and baby. Most people are aware that breastfeeding protects against eczema and allergies, reduces the risk of certain infections and …
At The Dental Anesthesia Center, children with special physical or mental needs can receive complete dental care in a comfortable setting. Every child needs to develop good oral hygiene and have routine dental care. However, for children with special needs, they are often at higher risk of developing gum disease and tooth decay, as well …
Modern and safe anesthesia techniques can allow you to have dental procedures done without the anxiety associated with dentistry. It is estimated that between 9% and 20% of Americans avoid going to the dentist due to anxiety or fear. So if you fear going to the dentist, you are definitely not alone. Sometimes the term …
Diabetes can make a person more prone to gum disease and other oral infections. Proper dental care is absolutely key! Diabetes can cause long term damage to the body. Because diabetes affects blood vessels and nerves, virtually any part of the body can be impacted by the disease. This can include your teeth and gums. …
Some patients who have severe dental anxiety don’t go to the dentist when the first signs of a problem begin, this can eventually result in a tooth abscess. A tooth abscess is a pocket of pus that can form in different parts of a tooth as a result of a bacterial infection. It is sometimes …