Suspect A Bite Problem?
Hello! I’m Dr. Melissa Rodriguez, DMD, of The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton. Thanks for visiting our dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion – literally – “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in most […]
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist
If you are afraid of the dentist and have not had a check-up in years, today’s post is for you. Good news! Dentistry in the Carrollton area and around Texas is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No […]
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career, […]
The Carrollton Dentist Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Hearing that you have gingivitis (gum disease) can be upsetting. Here at The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton, Texas, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums Receding gums […]
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton TX. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with fluoridated toothpaste. […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from The Carrollton Dentist, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced form is called periodontitis. […]
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, commonly called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. It’s also treatable at The Carrollton Dentist. This condition is so omnipresent in the US that it has been called a health crisis by the ADA. If left untreated, it can cause irreversible damage […]
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
If you need yet another reason to keep your gums in good condition, here’s a really good one from The Carrollton Dentist: scientists have found a link between a bacteria that causes periodontitis (advanced gum disease) and Alzheimer’s Disease. Porphyomonas gingivalis is a bacteria that contributes to chronic periodontitis. The bacteria was discovered in the […]
Gum Disease: A Treatable Condition
Periodontitis is the formal name of advanced gum disease. It’s one of the leading causes of tooth loss, and affects nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty. But advanced gum disease can be treated at The Carrollton Dentist, and does not have to result in the loss of teeth. Gum disease is progressive. […]
Gum Disease in Carrollton: Swollen Gums?
If you are a worried Carrollton resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. About one-third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40. Don’t ignore symptoms of gum disease in Carrollton. Call The Carrollton Dentist as […]