Nutrition plays an important role in overall wellness, including oral health. Eating well and maintaining a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of developing problems in your mouth, including periodontal disease. Lactic Acid and Calcium: Most people know that dairy products can help build strong bones. This, along with an active lifestyle that includes routine exercises, can…
When someone sees you, your smile is the first thing that they notice. Smiling can demonstrate a person’s happiness, confidence, attractiveness, sociability, and sincerity. However, the effects of gum disease or other oral tissue disorders can not only be dangerous to your health and well-being, but also have the potential to ruin your smile. Luckily, periodontists (peri=around, dont=teeth)…
Periodontitis is common but fairly preventable. The cause is usually poor oral hygiene. Periodontitis can lead to tooth loss. It’s a risk factor for heart and lung diseases. Symptoms include swollen, red, and tender gums. Treatment includes professionally cleaning the pockets around teeth to prevent damage to surrounding bone. Advanced cases may require surgery. Teeth-4-Life Periodontal disease…
Periodontal disease affects the structures in the mouth that support the teeth – gums and bone. This is a chronic (persists over time) disease that often has no symptoms, especially in its early stages. Don’t be fooled. Unless it is properly treated, the disease will worsen and the damage leads to tooth loss. The disease starts when tartar…
A little bit of stress can be helpful for humans as a burst of energy that advises you on what to do to meet your daily challenges and motivate you to reach your goals. It is also a vital warning system, producing the fight-or-flight response to avoid danger. Stress is key for survival, but too much can…
