ADA Finds That Less Than 1% of Dentists Have Tested Positive for COVID
Patients concerned about visiting the dentist during the pandemic may find some reassurance in learning that the ADA has found that fewer than 1% of dentists have tested positive for COVID-19. In the first large-scale collection of infection rates and infection...
Are There Links Between COVID-19 and Oral Health?
With the current pandemic, many people are making an effort to remain home as much as possible and are avoiding any appointments they believe to be unnecessary. But is it wise to delay visits to the dentist or periodontist? The British Dental Journal recently...
How Is Gum Disease Connected to Diabetes?
In a recent article, we touched briefly on the connections between oral health and the health of the rest of the body. We briefly touched on diabetes and the connection with periodontal disease, and in this article, we'll go into a little more detail. Diabetes is a...
How Is Gum Disease Connected to Heart Disease and Stroke?
As we pointed out in a previous article, there are many health conditions that are tied to the state of your mouth. In this article, we'll be looking a little closer at the links between periodontal disease and conditions like heart disease and stroke. Very strong...
What Is the Oral-Systemic Link?
You may have heard people referring to the mouth as the gateway to the rest of the body. Medical professionals have been finding increasing evidence demonstrating just how much the health of our mouths impacts the health of the rest of our bodies. This is what we...
How Do I Stay Safe From COVID-19?
As there is currently no vaccine for COVID-19, avoiding exposure to the virus is the best protection currently available. How does the virus spread? Transmission of COVID-19 tends to happen person-to-person. This typically involves close contact (within 6') of...
Are My Headaches TMJ?
The temporomandibular joints, known as TMJ, are the joints and jaw muscles on the sides of your head. These are the muscles that allow the mouth to open and close, and are required to chew, swallow and talk. The TMJ allow the lower jaw to move forward, backward as...
What’s Best for Me? Bridges, Dentures or Implants?
For those who are missing teeth, whether from gum disease, injury or another reason, modern dentistry offers a range of options for replacing them. Those dealing with tooth loss can have problems chewing and eating, and may not feel as confident as they should when...
Reasons for Gum Surgery and What to Expect – Part 3
Gingival Flap Surgery When deep cleaning isn't able to remove the harmful bacteria from below the gumline, your periodontist may suggest gum flap surgery. This surgery is for those who have moderate to advanced gum disease. Before the procedure, a dental hygienist...
Reasons for Gum Surgery and What to Expect – Part 2
Soft Tissue Graft There are many different causes of gum recession. Some of these include inflammation caused by gum disease, teeth grinding and overly-aggressive teeth-brushing. As gums recede, the parts of the tooth that are normally protected are exposed. One...