Is Gum Disease Preventable?
By taking good care of their gums and teeth, people can ensure their oral health and overall health remain in good shape. However, when people are experiencing gum disease symptoms, they may be at risk for serious systemic conditions such as diabetes, dementia, and even cardiovascular disease. Luckily, gum disease in Houston, TX is preventable. […]
Can I Detect Signs And Symptoms Of Gum Disease?
Oral health can have a huge impact on people’s overall health. This is why keeping a clean and healthy mouth is so important. By keeping the gums and teeth free of harmful bacteria or plaque buildup, people can avoid getting gum disease in Houston, TX. Gum disease, however, cannot always be avoided. There are many […]
Don’t Let That Blank Space in Your Mouth Fool You
So, you had teeth extracted and/or are missing a few teeth? No big deal, right? Do not fool yourself! There are plenty of issues that come with missing teeth in Houston, TX. You lose the confidence in your smile, you can’t chew the foods you use to enjoy, and so much more. Beyond these though, […]
Steps to prevent periodontal disease
Periodontal, or gum, disease does not have to become a reality for you. It is often associated with symptoms such as gum swelling, tooth pain and discomfort, and if left untreated, can lead to systemic health illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Fortunately, there are many ways and things that you can do […]
Importance of Treating Gum Disease
Have you been noticing your gums bleed easily whenever you brush or floss? Or they are starting to pull away from your teeth? These are common signs of gum disease and should never be ignored. Whether you’ve recently started developing symptoms of gum disease or it has been affecting your health for some time, don’t […]
The Major Health Benefits Of Laser Gum Surgery
Laser Gum Surgery has major health benefits in Houston, TX because it improves your oral health by removing bacteria within your mouth that can be detrimental to your oral health. Also, because of the fact that your oral health is connected to your overall health when you have laser gum surgery and improve your oral […]
Gum Disease And The Development Of Systemic Diseases
When it comes to gum disease and the development of it there are quite a few risks. However, for the purpose of this article will be discussing the 7 major risks of gum disease development in Houston, TX. To be more specific, there is a direct link between your oral health and your overall health. […]
How to Prevent Gum Disease
It is a well-known fact that majority of us will experience some form of gum disease at some point within our lifetime. However, there are steps and measures that can be taken to prevent gum disease. The major and leading cause of gum disease is related to plaque building up within your teeth and your […]
How Lasers Help Lower Your Risk Of Oral Cancer
Medical research has linked gum disease to the development of some cancers in the body, including breast cancer, pancreatic cancer and oral cancer. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and we at J. Robert Friedberg DMD think it’s a good time to learn more about how to treat gum disease and prevent bigger problems. Our […]
Deep Clean Your Gums
Many people unfortunately suffer from gum disease in the United States. This disease is widely prevalent because it goes unnoticed majority of the time because signs tend to be missed until they have gotten worse. This allows the disease to flourish, and could even spread through the body, causing major overall health issues. Because of […]