Apr 8, 2016 | Oral Hygiene (Brushing & Flossing)
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...
Mar 24, 2016 | Oral Health, Oral Hygiene (Brushing & Flossing)
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...
Mar 9, 2015 | Cosmetic Gum Surgery, Gingivitis, Oral Hygiene (Brushing & Flossing), Periodontal (Gum) Disease, Periodontal Risk Factors, Tooth Decay (Cavities)
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is dangerous for your oral health as well as your overall health. While many people are aware of the dangers of gum disease, not many know of how threatening it is to your oral health. The most common forms of gum...
Feb 20, 2015 | Oral Hygiene (Brushing & Flossing)
At Periodontal Associates of Memphis, often times we see people don’t brush for the recommended two to three minutes. If a manual toothbrush is used for the appropriate amount of time, and done with proper technique, it can perform as well as an electric toothbrush....
Jan 12, 2015 | Oral Hygiene (Brushing & Flossing), Uncategorized
If you’re one of the 30 million Americans who have diabetes, you may be surprised to learn about an unexpected complication associated with this condition. Among those with diabetes, research shows that there is an increased prevalence of gum disease. Not only are...
Sep 18, 2012 | Oral Hygiene (Brushing & Flossing), Periodontal (Gum) Disease, Periodontal Risk Factors, Uncategorized
In our practice, we see it every day. Gum disease. It not only causes bad breath but it attacks the tissue and bone that hold teeth in place. In a recent study by the Journal of Dental Research, from 2009-2010, high amounts of periodontal disease (also known as gum...
