Nov 7, 2019 | Gum Disease Treatment
Soft Tissue Graft There are many different causes of gum recession. Some of these include inflammation caused by gum disease, teeth grinding and overly-aggressive teeth-brushing. As gums recede, the parts of the tooth that are normally protected are exposed. One way...
Sep 9, 2019 | Gum Disease Treatment
At an early age, brushing and flossing are taught as the staples of good oral health. As kids, having our parents guide our dental care routines helps engrain certain practices, but as we get older, it is our responsibility to keep up our oral care. A common issue...
Dec 11, 2017 | Gum Disease Treatment
A study completed by the Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China, and presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2017, found that periodontitis treatment can significantly lower blood pressure for patients who were at risk of developing high...
May 2, 2011 | Gum Disease Treatment
Pregnant women with gum disease may undergo non-surgical periodontal treatment without fear of consequences for their baby’s health. In a large trial involving 400 infants between the ages of two and three from different pediatric clinics in the US, dental clinicians...