Blog Category - Periodontics

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Dec

Periodontal Disease Can Affect Your Overall Health

Eating right and exercising are basic tenants of good health. After all, watching your waistline does more than just make you look trim and fit - it plays an important part in your overall physical health and self-esteem. But did you know that in addition to eating right...

Dec

5 Steps To Preventing Periodontal Disease

Individuals battle with forms of gum disease on a daily basis. A combination of factors can contribute to this affliction, ranging from genetic predisposition to poor dental hygiene. With a little work, virtually anyone can drastically reduce their chances of developing severe o...

Dec

How to Brush Your Teeth

Brushing your teeth is probably a standard part of your daily routine, but chances are you aren't following the American Dental Association’s guidelines for cleaning your teeth properly. The ADA currently recommends that you brush your teeth at minimum of two times...

Dec

Electric Brush vs. Manual Brushes

Preventative dentistry is about more than just visiting your dentist twice yearly for an exam and thorough cleaning. In fact, the majority of your preventative care is done at-home as a part of your normal hygienic routine. Many residents use manual toothbrushes to remove debri...

Dec

How to Floss Your Teeth

Flossing is an important part of an oral hygiene routine, but research suggests that fewer than half of Americans do so daily. Flossing is simple and only takes an extra couple of minutes per day. Developing a healthy habit of flossing can prevent tooth decay and gum disease, a...