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Gum Disease Could be Making Other Diseases Worse
posted: Aug. 23, 2021.
Half of adults over age 30, and an astounding 70% over 65, have had some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Unchecked, a bacterial gum infection can spread into the Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Jul. 22, 2018.
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated Read more -
Keep Alert for this Extreme Form of Gingivitis
posted: Jun. 22, 2018.
It takes only a few days of inadequate oral hygiene for bacterial plaque to trigger the periodontal (gum) disease gingivitis. Though sometimes subtle, there are signs to watch for Read more -
Watch What Carbs You Eat to Reduce Your Risk of Further Gum Disease
posted: Jan. 05, 2018.
If you’ve had issues with periodontal (gum) disease, no doubt a few things have changed for you. You may be seeing us for dental cleanings and checkups more frequently Read more -
Risk Factors for Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 14, 2017.
September is National Gum Care Month. Did you know that advanced periodontal disease is the number one cause of tooth loss among adults? Periodontal disease refers to any disease Read more -
How to Deal with Gingivitis
posted: Aug. 22, 2017.
What your dentists in Rockville want you to know Gingivitis is a common and reversible problem. To reverse gingivitis, you need to practice good oral hygiene habits daily. Dr. Mehr Tucker Read more -
Don't let Periodontal Disease Cause Your Gums to Recede
posted: May 24, 2017.
Although your smile wouldn't be the same without them, there's more to your gums than their looks. Besides helping to hold your teeth in place, they're also an important Read more -
You may need a Periodontist to Fully Treat Your Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 13, 2015.
In the fight against dental disease and other conditions your general dentist is your first line of defense for prevention strategies and treatment. Sometimes, however, your condition may require Read more
