Gum Disease
Should I Keep Flossing If I Notice Bleeding In My Gums?
Failing to adequately brush and floss is a huge mistake that can cause further damage and erosion to frail dentition. Read More →
How to Handle Painful Gums
Experiencing serious pain or discomfort in the mouth is never normal, and Dr. Fred Rudman and Dr. Brett Weedon, of Rudman, Kane, Weedon & Associates ... Read More →
Where Does Periodontal Disease Come From?
Periodontal disease is a serious condition that can be caused by a number of external and internal factors, including genetics. Rather than dwelling on the ... Read More →
Understanding the Connection Between Diabetes and Gum Disease
Medical researchers have been studying the connection between diabetes and gum disease for years, even though many men and women who suffer from these conditions ... Read More →
How to Eliminate Symptoms of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is an extremely serious condition that needs to be treated right away. According to Dr. Craig Rubinoff of Rancho Bernardo Periodontics, a periodontist ... Read More →
When Is Surgery Necessary for Periodontal Patients?
Surgery may be necessary for men and women with periodontal disease any time a number of factors or symptoms of the condition are present. According ... Read More →
What Could It Mean If My Gums Appear Bright Red or Purple?
Patients will not visit his office until they are already noticing blood on their sinks when they brush and floss their teeth. By the time ... Read More →
Which Health Conditions Are Linked to Poor Oral Hygiene?
What many people do not realize is just how much havoc poor oral habits can have on their overall physical health and wellbeing. Read More →
What Is Periodontal Plastic Surgery?
Periodontal plastic surgery refers to the aesthetic modification of the gums, explains Dr. Alan M. Levine, DDS. Speaking from his dentist office in ... Read More →
Is It Ever Normal For Someone’s Gum to Bleed?
No, it is never normal for someone's gums to bleed. Bleeding gums are almost always a sign of periodontitis or gum disease, explains Dr. ... Read More →