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When Your Body Attacks Your Teeth: Combating Autoimmune Dental Problems

One of the things I wasn't prepared for when diagnosed with an autoimmune disease was how that condition would affect my teeth. I've always had strong, healthy teeth throughout my entire life. Within a few years of my autoimmune conditions developing, I began to struggle heavily with tooth decay, gum inflammation, and other problems. I had no idea the antibodies in my system could attack my teeth too. After working with my dentist, I found ways to help slow the progression and protect my teeth. I hope that the information I share here helps others to protect and strengthen their teeth against the havoc from autoimmune conditions.

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3 Things You Can Do At The Office To Keep Your Gums In Good Shape

Posted on July 25, 2016

When you are away from home at the office, you may be concerned that your oral health is suffering, especially if you have already had problems with the state of your gums. Since the gums support the teeth and their inflammation affects underlying bone, it is important for you to observe good periodontal care even when you are at work. Here are a few things that you can do at the office to help keep your gums in good shape: [Read More]

4 Systemic Health Conditions Affected By Periodontal Disease

Posted on July 25, 2016

Periodontal disease is an advanced form of gum disease. Originally, gum disease may present as the swollen, red gum tissue that is characteristic of gingivitis. The gums may bleed more easily as you brush or floss, signaling that the tissues have become inflamed, but as the disease progresses, gum recession and even bone loss may occur. Even though it affects the gums and underlying bone tissues associated with the mouth, periodontal disease can also affect other areas of the body. [Read More]

4 Things Not To Do After Having A Tooth Extracted

Posted on July 6, 2016

Getting a tooth removed can be a difficult time during life. However, if the tooth has significant decay or there is an extensive infection in the tooth, you will need to have it extracted. The key for letting your gums heal as quickly as possible is by doing the right things and not the wrong ones after the tooth has been taken out of your mouth. By knowing certain things to avoid, this can be helpful to you. [Read More]

Tooth Fairy 2.0: Ideas To Help Tech-Savvy Kids Celebrate Losing Their Baby Teeth

Posted on May 26, 2016

The Tooth Fairy is one of the grand traditions that parents of all religions and socioeconomic backgrounds can enjoy with their children. However, simply leaving a dollar under one's pillow as a helper of the Tooth Fairy isn't quite the same now. Tech-savvy kids will enjoy celebrating these life milestones with help from the gadgets, games, and software they enjoy. Online Games Galore When kids are proud of losing their baby teeth, they may delight in playing online games that have a dental theme as a way to celebrate. [Read More]