Gum Disease in Men – How it affects male health
Gum Disease in Men – How it affects male health Gum Disease in men: When it comes to dental care, men and women aren’t on the same board. For example, more men encounter gum disease than women – nearly 57 percent of men have some form of periodontal disease compared to almost 38 percent of […]
Are you afraid of flap surgery? Say goodbye to traditional surgery.
Are you afraid of flap surgery? Say goodbye to traditional surgery. If you are suffering from a periodontal disease (Gum disease) and have been advised a flap surgery, you ought to know the various types of surgeries available to treat the disease effectively. In the past, the options presented to patients for treatment were limited to […]
What you should know about LANAP – Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure
What you should know about LANAP – Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure to is one of the best treatment for Periodontitis, otherwise known as Gum disease which advances once excessive bacteria starts building up within the mouth. If this condition is not promptly treated, it can eventually lead to more […]
Wavelength Optimised Periodontal Therapy
Wavelength Optimised Periodontal Therapy Wavelength Optimised Periodontal Therapy is used to treat Periodontal diseases. The word “periodontal” means “around the teeth”. A periodontal disease is caused by Gram-Positive & Gram Negative bacteria living around the neck of the teeth which releases endotoxins from the bacteria which lead to severe infections in the gums and the […]
Understanding the Classification of Cavities
Understanding the Classification of Cavities Dental caries or cavities are irreversible. They are microbial diseases leading to calcification of the tissues of the teeth. It is characterized by demineralization and the organic substance of the tooth is destroyed. Classifications of cavities or dental caries are done on the basis of the part of the tooth […]
4 Health Risks of Periodontal Diseases
4 Health Risks of Periodontal Diseases Gum disease or periodontal disease is associated with a lot of systemic diseases and health problems. The effects of periodontitis are directly associated with the extent of the infection and untreated duration of the gum disease. Periodontal disease is a result of a bacterial infection which has the capacity […]