Blog - Gingivitis
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Does Gum Disease Cause Heart Attacks & Strokes?
I was recently reminded of claims that periodontal disease is associated with medical conditions like heart attacks, strokes, pre-term births, and diabetes. Yes, there is an association among those conditions, that’s true. However, some dentists and hygienists try to scare patients into treatment by claiming that gum disease actually causes those conditions. That’s simply not true! […]
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“If You Don’t Floss, You’ll Die,” Says One Charlotte Dentist
Oh ok, sue me for the clickbait headline….you’ll die if you do floss, too. 😀 The Story: Does Flossing Even Work? Obviously, since I’m a dentist and have many dentists friends, one of the most commonly shared and widely discussed news stories this week has been about whether or not flossing is any good for […]
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Crowns Shouldn’t Make Gums Bleed
One thing that patients can’t stand, and understandably so, is getting a crown done, and after it’s put on, the gum around the crown turns red, sore, and it bleeds easily when brushing and flossing. After all, a crown should FIX a problem, not create one, right? Why Do Some Crowns Make the Gums Red […]
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Differences between Gingivitis & Periodontal Disease
This is a simple question, but patients are often confused by the difference. Dental offices often don’t do a good job explaining the difference. Sadly, periodontal disease is still one of the most under-diagnosed and under-treated diseases in the United States. Sadly, many patients believe that treatment for periodontal disease is uncomfortable or doesn’t work […]
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