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 […]
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. This post from the The Carrollton Dentist contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Don’t chew on hard substances. An easy one, right? Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky. Also be wary of […]
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. […]
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
At The Carrollton Dentist, we want all our patients to not only take good care of their teeth. We want them to have good overall health, which includes a good diet. Proper nutrition can benefit you in a number of ways; increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart […]
No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
At The Carrollton Dentist, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. This blog post focuses on new findings in an intriguing field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors,” said Mary […]
Sore Tooth? Don’t Wait!
Carrollton Dentist patients who wait to have a toothache checked end up saying “I wish I had come sooner.” After all, a toothache is sending a simple, clear message: “Something’s wrong. See the dentist!” If you wait, the cost to treat it may get higher, even as the pain gets more extreme. Affordable dental care […]
Is The Humble Toothbrush Obsolete?
Many of our tools for everyday living have become antiquated. Online search has replaced the paper phone book. Telephone answering machines have gone the way of manual typewriters. Even the iPod, which was extolled as the culmination of technology just a few years ago, is now gathering dust as people play music on their smart […]
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist
We all go to the dentist for cleanings and checkups, but there are other less-obvious issues that we can help you with at the Carrollton Dentist. Today, we would like to review some of the most common. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but it happens, and it […]
Family Dentist in Carrollton: Healthy Lifestyles For Healthy Smiles
Dental health and dazzling smiles depend on much more than simply brushing regularly. In today’s post, your family dentist in Carrollton presents a quick refresher course on essential lifestyle practices that affect oral health. You are probably familiar with most of these recommendations, but it is helpful to get a reminder once in a while. […]