What are the Warning Signs of Periodontal Disease?

Often the first signs of periodontal disease begin with gingivitis, or in other words, the gums appear reddened at the edges, can be slightly swollen and can bleed when you brush or floss your teeth. Many folks think that brushing too hard causes bleeding gums but if you experience bleeding from the gums, you should […]

These natural foods can help prevent gum disease

Everyone knows that the key to staying healthy is exercise and eating right, but did you know there are some natural foods that can help keep your mouth from the perils of gum disease? Strawberries, Kiwis some citrus fruits Just like sailors have known for centuries, vitamin C can help prevent disease. And as far […]

What is the Difference between Gingivitis and Periodontitis?

Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease (periodontal disease) that causes irritation, redness and swelling (inflammation) of your gums. In fact, some people are not even aware of the problem because gingivitis can be mild.Nevertheless, it's important to take gingivitis seriously and treat it as soon as possible. That’s because gingivitis can […]

Why Gum Disease May Indicate Other Health Complications

  Heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, cancer, respiratory disease. These words are enough to strike fear in the hearts of any individual. Whether or not you feel completely healthy, the signs of gum disease could be indicators that there is more going on than just the problems with your gums. According to the American Academy of […]

The Science of The Smile

We are Programmed for Positivity In the classic Broadway musical, “Annie”, there is one particular song that includes the refrain, “You’re never fully dressed without a smile”. As it turns out, those songwriters knew a thing or two about human nature. We all like seeing people smiling. It lifts our mood knowing others are in […]