Stages And Treatments Of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, also often called “gum disease” is an infection of the gums and surrounding tissue that is caused by poor oral hygiene. It’s an extremely serious and very common dental health issue. Nearly 50% of all adults in America are suffering from some stage of gum disease. The team at the office of Dr.
Recognizing TMJ/TMD: The Most Common Signs And Symptoms
If you have been experiencing mysterious pain in your jaw, headaches with no identifiable cause, you may be suffering from TMJ/TMD. TMJ/TMD refers to a dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint. This is the joint which connects the jaw to the skull, and it is located right below the base of the ear. If this joint
Root Canal FAQs: Everything You Want to Know
Root canals are the most common endodontic treatment. More than 15 million root canals are performed every year, according to the American Association of Endodontists. Although this is a relatively routine procedure, quite a few myths and misconceptions about root canals still persist. The team at Brett Blacher, DDS wants to answer some of the
