How Perio Protect Can Help You Maintain Good Oral Health
Perio Protect can help protect your oral health, and is now available here at Country Club Dental.
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Treatments for Gum Disease
Getting treatment for gum disease is an important part of caring for your oral health. Without treatment, gum disease can take over your mouth and ruin your smile by attacking your jaw, soft tissues, and teeth. Read on to learn more about the different treatment options. What Is Gum Disease? Gum disease, gingivitis, periodontitis—no matter
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What Do the Early Stages of Gum Disease Look Like?
Do your gums hurt? Do they bleed when you floss your teeth? Do your teeth ever feel sensitive or slightly loose? These are all symptoms of gum disease, and you need to take them seriously. Knowing what the early stages of gum disease look like can help you get treatment before the condition becomes irreversible.
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How to Care for Your Baby’s Gums
It’s never too early to start caring for your child’s oral health. Even when they’re only nursing or drinking formula, babies still need gum care. Milk has sugars that bacteria can eat, and they can infect a baby’s gums. This puts their developing teeth at risk of cavities before they even erupt. Here’s how to
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Can Gum Disease Feel Like a Toothache?
Despite its name, gum disease affects more than your gums alone. Your teeth and even your jaw can start to hurt from the effects of gum disease. Let’s take a look at when and why gum disease can feel like a toothache. What Is Gum Disease? Medically known as periodontal disease, gum disease is a
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8 Common Causes of Gum Pain
From minor irritation to a throbbing pain that keeps you up at night, aching gums are no fun. But unless you know what’s causing your pain in the first place, it can be difficult to find relief. We put together this list of the most common causes of gum pain so you can seek the
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What Are the Effects of Teeth Grinding?
Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, can cause a variety of side effects that impact your oral health. Without treatment, these consequences can result in long term damage to your teeth, gums, and jaw. At Country Club Dental, we want to help you protect your mouth from the damaging effects of grinding your teeth. We
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Flossing + Waterpik: What Are the Benefits?
Flossing is an essential step of a strong oral hygiene routine. But can a Waterpik replace string floss? At Country Club Dental, we want to help you maintain a beautiful, healthy smile with the most effective flossing method. Continue reading to learn more about string flossing and the benefits of using a Waterpik to optimize
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Is Mouthwash Effective in Killing Bacteria?
Most people use mouthwash to eliminate bad breath. However, mouthwash can do a lot more for your mouth than just make it smell nicer. Depending on which type of mouthwash you choose, it can even help kill the bacteria that can cause cavities and tooth decay. Want to know more? Mouthwash 101 is now in
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What Are the Effects of Gum Disease on Your Body?
Periodontal disease, commonly called gum disease, is an infection in your gingiva (gum tissue) that weakens and gradually destroys the support of your teeth. The infection is caused by a surplus of bacteria due to plaque build-up. According to the CDC, 47.2% of adults 30 years and older have some form of gum disease. Regular
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