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Are your gums bleeding after flossing? If your gums bleed when flossing you may need to adjust your dental routine. It might indicate that you need to floss more often. Bleeding gums are a common occurrence when you first start… Read More
Archive for the ‘Gingivitis’ Category
What Is The Difference Between Gingivitis and Periodontitis?
There are two types of diseases which commonly affect the gums. These are gingivitis and periodontitis. Together, both conditions are referred to as periodontal disease. Periodontal (or gum) disease is essentially an inflammation and infection which harms and destroys all… Read More
What is Gingivitis?
Bleeding, swollen, and red gums are all symptoms of gingivitis. But do you really know what gingivitis is or what treatments are available to you? We can help!
Preventing Gum Disease
Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, affected nearly 64.7 million Americans over the age of 30 in 2010. This rate has been growing and infects nearly 40 percent of the population. But do you know what gum disease really… Read More
Protect your Gums from Periodontal Disease
From the time we are infants we are taught about dental hygiene. We learn all about how to protect our teeth from cavities and decay, but gums are often left out of the story. For many people, gum disease is… Read More
Gingivitis: How It Happens and How to Avoid It
Puffy, red, and irritated gums are the last thing you want to detract from an otherwise great smile. Maintaining good oral hygiene is not only important to keep your pearly whites white, but also for gum health and preventing gingivitis…. Read More
Common Causes of Gum Disease
You hear about gum disease all the time: from your Annapolis dentist, from toothpaste and mouthwash ads, and from just about any concerned family member! But as often as you may hear the term, how much do you actually know… Read More
Your Annapolis Dentist Explains: Gum Disease
It may surprise you to know that the majority of Americans either have or have had gum disease at some point in their lives. It’s one of the most common diseases and has actually been linked to heart disease in… Read More
How Can I Prevent and Treat Gum Disease
Gum diseases can be very painful and unsightly. As an Annapolis family dentist, we see our fair share of cases of gum disease and the misery it can cause in our patients. The first step in preventing gum disease is… Read More
Treating Gum Disease With Root Planing and Scaling
Gingivitis and periodontal disease, more commonly referred to as gum disease, are infections that can affect the tissue and bones that surround and support the teeth. Patients with gingivitis typically experience bleeding gums when they brush their teeth, but typically do… Read More