
Did you know the sun can impact your oral health? To mitigate the negative effects of sun exposure, you should incorporate sun protection into your daily oral hygiene routines.
When it comes to your oral health, it’s not all about how bright your smile is or how straight your teeth are. You can’t forget about your gums! Healthy gums should look pink and firm, not red or swollen.
When it comes to your oral health, it’s not all about how bright your smile is or how straight your teeth are. You can’t forget about your gums! Healthy gums should look pink and firm, not red or swollen.
Gum disease is caused by plaque, a sticky layer of bacteria, which builds up under and along the gum line. It can cause infections that can affect the gums and bone, leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease and can cause your gums to become:
Fortunately, the damage is reversable as it does not impact the bone and tissue holding the teeth in place.
Periodontitis is an advanced form of gum disease. It is quite common but preventable. Without treatment periodontitis can impact the jaw, bones, tissue connected to your teeth and ruin the gums.
Some signs you might have periodontitis include:
Gum disease is preventable. Below are a few tips to keeping your gums healthy.
If you have any more questions or are wanting to book an appointment, please don’t hesitate to contact our Smile Place Dental team.
Did you know the sun can impact your oral health? To mitigate the negative effects of sun exposure, you should incorporate sun protection into your daily oral hygiene routines.
It's summer sport time. By utilising a mouthguard this summer, individuals can focus on their performance without worrying about potential dental injuries.
Did you know that allergies can also affect your teeth? Symptoms can include tooth pain, dry mouth, bad breath and swollen gums.