As a child losing a tooth was a time for celebration. If you kept it and put it under your pillow at night, the Tooth Fairy might come and leave some extra cash for your next ice cream cone or candy bar. Ironic isn’t it? As an adult losing a tooth is not the ideal… Read more »
Category: Gum Disease
The Merry Month Of May And Bad Breath
If you’ve seen the movie Camelot, you may remember the celebration of May Day–May 1st. Although we are past May Day, the month of May used to be synonymous with dating and romance. You might wonder how they kept their breath fresh back in medieval times. The fact is, although they probably didn’t know exactly… Read more »
Does Gum Disease Complicate Other Health Conditions?
High rates of gum (periodontal) disease in America are shocking. An estimated 3 out of every 4 Americans have gingivitis (which is the earliest stage of gum disease). Of the people afflicted with periodontal infection, approximately 30% fall into the more severe gum disease category (periodontitis). You might wonder if simply brushing your teeth, flossing,… Read more »
Scientists Continue Efforts to Understand Severe Gum Disease
Severe gum disease is clinically termed periodontitis. The condition afflicts nearly 50% of the adult population in the United States. Inflammation of gum tissues and the development of periodontal pockets results in tooth loss and jawbone density diminishment. In fact, periodontitis is the number one cause of adult tooth loss. Many scientific research studies point… Read more »
Pella, IA General Dentist Talks about Floss
Here’s an interesting fact that you may not realize: you can actually do yourself a service by flossing before you brush your teeth. Many people are taught to floss after. What does it matter? Well, think about what dental floss is designed for. The fine thread is meant to dislodge food particles, debris, and even… Read more »
Pella Family Dentist Says Alkaline Diet Improves Health and Reduces Gum Disease
Your body’s pH levels can affect your oral and overall health (oral-systemic health). Diabetes, strokes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis, and other conditions have been linked to periodontal disease (gum disease). Gum disease can be a gateway for heart disease, which tends to be a particular concern for most people, since the consequences of the… Read more »