Top Four Signs of Gum Disease

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Top Four Signs of Gum Disease Don’t Ignore These Signs Of Gum Disease Gum disease is a common and often neglected problem. It’s easy to ignore the signs of gum disease, but you shouldn’t. That’s because gum disease can easily progress to periodontal disease, which can cause you…

Fillings

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Fillings Frequently asked questions: dental fillings Are dental amalgams safe? Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amalgam? Is it true that dental amalgams have been banned in other countries? Is there a filling material that matches tooth color? If my tooth doesn’t hurt and my…

Infection Control

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Infection Control Standards and Best Practice With all of the increased media attention on infection outbreaks such as AIDS and multi-drug resistant strains of viruses, it’s no wonder people have heightened concerns about infection control during a medical procedure. Gloves, gowns and masks are required to be worn…

Medication and Heart Disease

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Medication and Heart Disease Certain kinds of medications can have an adverse effect on your teeth. Long ago, children exposed to tetracycline developed tooth problems, including discoloration, later in life. The medication fell out of use, however, and is not an issue today. The best precaution is to…

Latex Allergy

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Latex Allergy Naturally occurring latex has been linked in recent years to allergic reactions in people who use such products as latex gloves. The proteins in the latex, which can also become airborne, can cause problems in vulnerable people such as breathing problems and contact dermatitis. Some allergic…

Age and Oral Health

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Age and Oral Health Oral changes with age Is tooth loss inevitable in your later years? How much should adults be concerned about cavities? Here you will find helpful answers to some frequently asked questions about oral health questions you may have as you get older. National survey…

Tobacco

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Tobacco Dentistry health care that works: tobacco The American Dental Association has long been a leader in the battle against tobacco-related disease, working to educate the public about the dangers inherent in tobacco use and encouraging dentists to help their patients break the cycle of addiction. The Association…

Oral Piercing

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Oral Piercing Oral piercings (usually in the tongue or around the lips) have quickly become a popular trend in today’s society. With this popular trend, it is important to realize that sometimes even precautions taken during the installation of the piercing jewelry are not enough to stave off…

Periodontal (Gum) Disease

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Periodontal (Gum) Disease A “Silent” Disease Gets Recognition Gum Disease makes the top-ten list of worldwide health conditions, and yet isn’t thought about as much as many of the others. At Fay Dental Care it is our job to help our patients avoid this harmful disease. Periodontal (gum)…

Periodontal Exams

You are here:HomeEntries tagged with “Gum Disease” Periodontal Exams Periodontal exams are vital in the maintenance of your oral health as they are used to assess the health of your gums and teeth. They can help your dentist diagnose gum diseases, gingivitis and periodontitis. These exams can also reveal receding gums, exposed roots, tooth grinding…