Health and Wellness | How Does Oral Health Affect Overall Health?
Your mouth is the most widely used entry point into your body. After all, you eat and drink every single day. Unfortunately, since it is used so often, it also makes a great entryway for bacteria and germs to get into your body. For these reasons, taking care of...
Periodontal Disease | Are Your Gums Embarrassing You?
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...
Memphis Periodontist | Frequently Asked Questions
Unfortunately, many people are unaware Gum Disease is an extremely common disease that can rob you of your smile and can place you at higher risk of developing other serious medical issues. Gum Disease is also commonly referred to as Periodontal Disease which used...
Mid-South Mission of Mercy
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...
Oral Health vs Junk Food
Periodontal Associates of Memphis, TN talk about the risk of gum disease from an over-indulgence in junk food.
Brushing Your Tongue Prevents Bad Breath
Not only does bacteria in the mouth cause gum disease, but it also causes bad breath. Brushing your tongue regularly can help prevent bad breath. Also known as halitosis, bad breath can be prevented by practicing good dental hygiene. Clean teeth, as well as a clean...
Food and Drinks That Can Stain Teeth
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...
Tips to Quench Your Thirst! Dry Mouth – Part 3
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...
Dry Mouth – The Root of the Problem – Part 2
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...
Are You Thirsty for Answers About Your Dry Mouth? – Part 1
Dry mouth and the effects it can causes as it relates to periodontal disease.