In many cases it’s the dentist – and not the physician – who has the first opportunity to detect diabetes early, because diabetics are especially prone to dental health problems. Swollen, tender, receding and bleeding gums, loose teeth, and a sore tongue may not just be signs of poor dental hygiene. They may be danger […]
Author: DentalCMO
Gingivitis and Gum Disease Basics
Categories: Gum Disease Treatment
It afflicts as many as nine in ten adults at some point in their lives, as well as teenagers and children as young as five or six years of age. Yet, many suffer from it without even suspecting anything is wrong. “It” is periodontal disease, or gingivitis – in the minds of most dentists, Public […]
Diabetes and Periodontal Disease
Categories: Gum Disease Treatment
It’s important for your dentist to know if you have diabetes, and how you’re controlling it. Good control of your diabetes affects your oral health as well as your overall health. Diabetics tend to be less resistant to infection than non-diabetics, have more fragile bones, and take longer to heal after an operation. An oral […]
Dental Procedure, Pocket Depth Reduction
Categories: Gum Disease Treatment
As the bacteria that cause periodontal disease (see article “Periodontics 101”) release toxic substances, they trigger the breakdown of gum and bone. The gum then separates from the teeth, forming gaps that are called periodontal pockets. Bacteria settle in these pockets and because they cannot be removed by the patient’s daily oral hygiene, they continue […]
Dental Emergency And Acute Perio Conditions
Categories: Gum Disease Treatment
Acute periodontal conditions are a set of rapid-onset ailments that affect the oral cavity. As opposed to gingivitis or periodontitis, which are chronic infections, these conditions can be associated with pain or discomfort, and may have immediate systemic manifestations. The symptoms of acute periodontal conditions can be so severe as to create a dental emergency […]
Bleeding Gums
Categories: Gum Disease Treatment
If you have bleeding gums, you may have periodontal disease. We’re learning more about this common infection all the time. Below are some of the latest findings. It should help you understand why it’s so important that you take action with your periodontist to eliminate periodontal disease, the sooner the better. Some patients think swollen […]
Your Dental Visit
Categories: General Dentistry
When you first visit a new dentist, part of your initial exam is an assessment of your “bite” – the way teeth meet as the jaws close. Later, after a filling or placement of a dental crown, your bite will be tested again to be sure the tooth restoration fits well with other teeth. Nearly […]
What Occurs During A Dental Examination
Categories: General Dentistry
During a dental examination, the dentist examines the soft tissues of the mouth for any abnormalities or pathology (including oral cancer), the teeth for tooth decay or defects, the gum tissues for periodontal (gum) disease, the neck for swollen lymph nodes, the amount of plaque, tartar, and debris on teeth, as well as the need […]
Toothache Causes
Categories: General Dentistry
An aching tooth you get from a cavity is no fun, but it’s something that can be easily seen and quickly solved. Unfortunately, toothaches also stem from problems that aren’t so easily recognized. Tooth pain can be a little like that weird noise your car engine makes but always disappears the moment you drive it […]
Three Reasons Why Good Dental Care Is A Wise Choice
Categories: General Dentistry
Most of us think that taking care of our teeth is about having a great smile and avoiding the discomfort of a toothache. Having a great smile and avoiding toothaches are valid and important reasons for maintaining a good oral health program, there are three other equally strong reasons to consider. First, dental health is […]
