Patient Education
Twice As Likely to Suffer
Periodontal disease, heart disease, and stroke may seem to be unlikely bedfellows, but researchers have found that gum…
Diabetes Doesn’t Help
It is well documented that people who suffer from diabetes are more susceptible to developing infections than non-diabetes…
It’s All Related
Research studies have shown that there is a strong association between periodontal disease and other chronic conditions such as…
See the Signs
Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive condition and the leading cause of tooth loss…
Periodontitis
Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive disease that affects the supporting and…
Gum Disease
Periodontal disease, which is also known as gum disease and periodontitis, is a progressive disease that, if left untreated, may…
It Only Takes Twenty Four Hours
It only takes twenty-four hours for plaque that is not removed from your teeth to turn into calculus (tartar)!…
Periodontal treatment methods depend upon the type and severity of the disease. Your dentist and dental hygienist will evaluate for periodontal…
Periodontal disease is diagnosed by your dentist or dental hygienist during a periodontal examination. This type of exam should always be part of…
Around the Tooth
The term “periodontal” means “around the tooth.” Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a…