Are You Thirsty for Answers About Your Dry Mouth? – Part 1
Dry mouth and the effects it can causes as it relates to periodontal disease.
8 Ways to Stop Grinding Your Teeth
Do you wake up with a headache or sore jaw? Are your teeth sensitive to heat or cold? You may be grinding while you sleep! Here are some tips to help with this medical issue, often referred to as bruxism. Reduce Stress-Stress is the main cause of teeth grinding....
Snoring: Should I Worry?
It keeps your spouse, the kids and even the dog, up at night and can be pretty embarrassing when you are staying with friends and family, but is snoring anything more than just an annoyance? It could be.
People who snore have a 40% greater risk of dying earlier than their peers. Snoring can actually be the warning sign to a much greater health issue. Sleep apnea, often characterized by loud snoring, is a serious disorder which affects your breathing while you are asleep.
ORAL HEALTH & OSTEOPOROSIS
Did you know bone is active living tissue that serves several purposes? Not only is it the structural foundation for our bodies, but your bones also support muscles, protect vital organs, and stores most of the body’s calcium. Bones are made up of elastic fibers...
The Battle Below Your Gum Line
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is dangerous for your oral health as well as your overall health. While many people are aware of the dangers of gum disease, not many know of how threatening it is to your oral health. The most common forms of gum...
Regular Toothbrush vs Electric – What’s Better?
At Periodontal Associates of Memphis, often times we see people don’t brush for the recommended two to three minutes. If a manual toothbrush is used for the appropriate amount of time, and done with proper technique, it can perform as well as an electric...
How Does Diabetes Affect Your Oral Health?
If you’re one of the 30 million Americans who have diabetes, you may be surprised to learn about an unexpected complication associated with this condition. Among those with diabetes, research shows that there is an increased prevalence of gum disease. Not only are...
How To Treat My Gummy Smile- Part 2
 A Periodontist specializes in the gums, soft tissues and other structures supporting the teeth. This is who you will want to speak with to discuss your treatment options. At Periodontal Associates of Memphis, we can help you with your gummy smile by examining...