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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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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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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You probably already know that drinking water is crucial for staying healthy and hydrated. But did you also know that it specifically benefits your dental health as well? Regularly drinking water helps lower your risk of dental disease, brighten your smile, and much more. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes water so good for
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September was National Gum Care Month and it’s a great time to highlight the importance of gum health. According to the CDC, nearly half of all adults have some form of gum disease. Gum disease (periodontal disease) is a broad term referring to the bacterial infection of periodontal tissues, which include the gingiva, cementum, alveolar
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If you schedule cleanings every six months and maintain at-home oral hygiene, your gums will likely remain healthy, pink and painless. In the event that you begin to show signs of progressive gum disease (periodontitis), you may require a deeper cleaning known as scaling and root planing that is shown to be effective at slowing
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How do you kill bacteria in your mouth that cause bad breath? A case of bad breath can be mortifying, especially when it’s chronic. But bad breath, also known as halitosis is extremely common. The reality is, everyone suffers from bad breath at some point in the day. This is simply because the environment in
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March 20th was the first official day of spring. And while it might still be a little chilly here in Flagstaff, things are slowly beginning to thaw, and the beauty of spring is soon to bloom. Along with the flowers and warmer weather, synonymous with spring is the idea of cleaning! We’ve been hibernating for
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In our last post we addressed recently emerging opinions that challenge the effectiveness and necessity of flossing. But is there a right way to floss your teeth? You’ve come to the right place to find the answer! As a family dental practice in Flagstaff, at Country Club Dental we stress the importance of flossing—starting at
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Recent discussions in the news media suggest that flossing has not been proven as an effective part of preventative dental care. We’d like to weigh in on the debate! First, just because there is not a plethora of evidence on the subject does not mean you should abandon your habit of flossing. Secondly, our team
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