Understanding the Stages of Periodontal Disease

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As we wrapped up National Dental Hygiene Month in October, it seemed fitting to follow up with information about the different stages of gum disease. Your hygienist should take measurements of the gums at least every 12 months and discuss with you what stage of health your gums and bone are at. Part of our … Read more

How & Why does Gum Recession start?

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We all know that regular cleanings and great home care are the recipes for dental health. Even if you do all of the right things, you may experience gum recession at some point in your life. It affects to some degree the majority of our population. “Gum recession is when the margin of the gum … Read more