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How often should we visit the dentist?

Herbert asked: I visit the dentist every 6 months. Reason being, I currently wear braces and it can be difficult to clean my teeth properly as plaque always seems to find it’s way under my gums. Every time I go to the dentist I am in need of a deep cleaning. Should I visit the [...]

What does the dentist mean when he sends you to the periodontist to evaluate the lingual?

Disney Fan asked: Saw my dentist last night on my implants on 8/9. He is sending me in to the periodontist to check the lingual on teeth 7/8/9. What is that and is it more pain and long term or an easy fix?Caffeinated Content for WordPress

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Can a dentist help my periodontitis?

Tee asked: I have periodontal disease. I’ve never gone to a dentist because my family has never had dental insurance, along with the usual feelings of fear and embarrassment.
My gums have receded and I’ve tried to keep the disease from getting worse by brushing all the time and using Listerine. I called a [...]

Common Causes Of Bad Breath

Common Causes Of Bad Breath

Bad breath is a common health problem which greatly affects the daily activities of many people. The offensive odor from the mouth is unpleasant to those who come in close contact with bad breathers. The problem will be doubled by psychological trauma leading to depression. The sufferers from this problem will be isolated from the [...]

Maintaining Healthy Gums

Maintaining Healthy Gums

Your gums are practically cesspools for bacteria. It is extremely easy for your gums to come down with diseases that are quite unpleasant. These gum disease affect up to 80% of people, according to the Mayo Clinic’s website. Imagine that many people, each ignoring their gums and reaping the consequences in the form of strange [...]