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Don't let Gum Disease - the 'Other Dental Disease' - Rob you of Your Smile
posted: Oct. 25, 2021.
There's a lot of emphasis — well-placed, of course — on preventing and treating tooth decay. But there's another dental disease just as dangerous to your oral health and Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What to do about Sensitive Teeth
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
If you suffer from sensitive teeth, you already know the frustration of having a type of pain that is hard to deal with. Because tooth sensitivity is sometimes unpredictable, you
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Smokers Are More Susceptible to Harmful Gum Disease. Here's Why
posted: Oct. 15, 2021.
Along with tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease is a primary enemy of oral health. If not caught and treated, a gum infection could spread and eventually cause tooth loss. But Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How often should I see my periodontist?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
Dental health is a reflection of and related to total health. Many people are surprised to learn this. Because tooth and gum decay can be related to many serious health
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What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Jeannie
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Why Is Your Smile Gummy? Here Are 4 Possibilities
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
What makes a beautiful smile? Beautiful teeth, for sure. But there's also another component that can make or break your smile, regardless of your teeth's condition: your gums. Although Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Restore Your Gums to a Healthier, More Natural State with Osseous Surgery
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
Gum disease starts quietly and invisibly, but can lead to very serious and noticeable consequences if left untreated. Excess plaque and bacteria around the gum line cause irritation. This irritation
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Supermodel Ashley Graham's Unpleasant Dental Encounter With a Frozen Cookie
posted: Sep. 25, 2021.
Ashley Graham has a beautiful and valuable smile—an important asset to her bustling career as a plus-size model and television host. But she recently revealed on Instagram a “confrontation” Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Gum Disease and Your Child
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
At Jeannie Chung, DDS, MS, Inc. Specialist in Periodontics, we know that unfortunately, gum disease can exist in your child’s mouth without you even knowing. In fact, your child
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Brush or Floss First? Here's What You Need to Know to Decide
posted: Sep. 15, 2021.
If you like conundrums like "Which came first? The chicken or the egg?", then you may enjoy this one: "Which should you do first, brush or floss?" Both of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Is periodontal disease genetic?
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
It can be. There is more and more evidence to suggest people may be genetically susceptible to periodontal (gum) disease. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical
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September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
Can you believe it's already September? At Jeannie Chung, DDS, MS, Inc. Specialist in Periodontics, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to
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Here's What's in Your Toothpaste for Keeping Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
posted: Sep. 05, 2021.
We're all interested in how our toothpaste tastes, how it freshens breath or how it brightens teeth. But those are secondary to its most important function, which is how Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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See How Well You're Removing Plaque With a Disclosing Agent
posted: Aug. 26, 2021.
You've just finished your daily brushing and flossing. How did you do? Swiping your tongue across your teeth can generally tell you: It's a good sign if it glides Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Curing the Nail-Biting Habit
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your
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