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Our mouth is literally a breeding ground for good and harmful microbial bacteria. Our saliva contains countless bacterium and produces enzymes which breaks down the food and prepares it for digestion. When destructive bacteria becomes out of control, it disrupts the balance of our oral health and this is where our dental problems all begin.rn rnPlaque is an invisible sticky film produced by minute food particles missed while brushing and flossing. In time, a buildup will occu

January 4, 2012

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Our mouth is literally a breeding ground for beneficial and harmful microbial bacteria. Our saliva contains countless bacterium and produces enzymes which breaks down the food and prepares it for digestion. When destructive bacteria becomes out of control, it disrupts the balance of our oral health and this is where our dental problems all begin. rnPlaque is an invisible sticky film produced by minute food particles missed while brushing and flossing. In time, a buildup will

December 23, 2011

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8/27/09 Receding Gums Receding gums are a major indicator of periodontal disease. You may not realize that persistent sore, swollen, red, or bleeding gums, tooth pain or sensitivity and bad breath are warning signs of periodontal disease - a serious condition which clinical studies have revealed that, when left untreated, may lead to tooth loss as well as * heart attackrn* strokern* diabetesrn* respiratory diseasesrn* premature/underweight babies rnThere are two reasons for r

December 9, 2011

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As we go through life, sooner or later we will experience some sort of health problem, whether it be through heredity or other factors. Some diseases will burst forth without warning, others can go on progressively without our knowledge. Gum disease is one that fits in both categories. It starts out silent and before we know it, we have a mouthful of problems. Over 70 % of the population has gum disease issues. For the most part, this disease is usually considered a localized

February 5, 2011

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rn rn Some interesting facts about sugar: * World consumption per person per year is over 140 million tons. rn* Individual consumption per person per year is over 142 pounds. This does not included the natural sugars in vegetables and fruits that we eat. Though we need sugar to maintain our body health, it can certainly cause health issues if we over indulge. (I should have became a dentist.) So what does this have to do with gum disease? We have over 20 identifiable bacteria

January 21, 2011

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rn rn Besides our routine check ups at our favorite dentist, there are issues that we can address at home to assure us clean dental health. First of all, our gums are not made of steel. They are strong but yet gentle and sensitive. Taking care of our gums is just as important as taking care of our teeth. Lets start off with improper dental care:rnVigorous brushing - Your tooth brush can be your friend or foe. Use a soft bristle tooth brush as not to damage your gums. Vigorous

January 21, 2011

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rn rn Periodontal ( gum ) disease is a much over looked disease. This disease is seldom blamed for other health conditions. We now know that the bacterium that causes gum disease, travels through our blood stream and can invade various organs in our body making existing conditions worse. This doesn’t occur over night but through time. Reflecting back with my own bout with gum disease , I had no idea what this disease was or what damage it causes.rnMy teeth were strong and m

January 21, 2011

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