When you think of good dental hygiene, what do you think of? You probably think mostly about your teeth, and keeping them in pristine condition. However, this is just half of the battle in maintaining good dental and overall health. Did you know that maintaining healthy gums is every bit as important as your teeth […]

The Mid-South Mission of Mercy is important to Dr. Godat and the entire team at Periodontal Associates of Memphis. Mission of Mercy is a two-day FREE dental clinic providing dental care to under served Mid Southerners, many of whom are from working families who do not have access or cannot afford dental insurance.  All dental […]

Periodontal Associates of Memphis, TN talk about the risk of gum disease from an over-indulgence in junk food.

For our patients in the Memphis area who want to keep their teeth white and bright, there are some foods and beverages that they may want to be aware of. Tooth enamel, the hard white outer layer of our teeth, which gives them their white color, can be stained by certain foods. A general rule […]

In parts one and two of blog series on Dry Mouth, we discussed what dry mouth was, and some of the causes.  At Periodontal Associates of Memphis, we want to help inform the residents of Memphis about their oral health.   Now let’s take a look at some tips on treatments to help alleviate the […]

Conditions like dry mouth can be the result of underlying health issues. It is important to know what causes this condition so it can be treated appropriately. At (Periodontal Associates of Memphis, we know that your oral health is imperative to your overall health. What Causes Dry Mouth? Dry mouth is the result of low or […]

Dry mouth and the effects it can causes as it relates to periodontal disease.

Do you wake up with a headache or sore jaw? Are your teeth sensitive to heat or cold? You may be grinding while you sleep!

Here are some tips to help with this medical issue, often referred to as bruxism.

It keeps your spouse, the kids and even the dog, up at night and can be pretty embarrassing when you are staying with friends and family, but is snoring anything more than just an annoyance? It could be.
People who snore have a 40% greater risk of dying earlier than their peers. Snoring can actually be the warning sign to a much greater health issue. Sleep apnea, often characterized by loud snoring, is a serious disorder which affects your breathing while you are asleep.

Did you know bone is active living tissue that serves several purposes? Not only is it the structural foundation for our bodies, but your bones also support muscles, protect vital organs, and stores most of the body’s calcium.  Bones are made up of elastic fibers called collagen and crystals of calcium phosphate. These substances form […]