Unfortunately, gum disease can strike at any age. It’s not just something that adults have to worry about—kids and teens can get gum disease, too. It starts as gingivitis, which makes your gums so tender and inflamed that they bleed. And if you don’t get treatment...
What's a little gingivitis? It can't be that bad...
Gum disease is dangerous—it can cause tooth sensitivity, receding gums, and even tooth loss. But did you know that it can have a harmful effect on the rest of your body, too? You might not think that a little blood in your toothpaste when you spit...
Does it seem like your gums are bleeding for no reason? There are actually many things that can cause bleeding gums, but not all of them are obvious. If your gums bleed when you brush or floss your teeth, you need to seek treatment as...
Have you ever wondered if you were at risk for gum disease? Most people probably don’t spend much time thinking about it, but there’s a chance you have one or more risk factors that could increase your chances of developing gum (periodontal) disease. The good...
Did you know that high blood sugar levels can cause dental problems? If you have diabetes, you'll need to take extra care to protect your dental health. Even though conditions like dry mouth and gum disease are more common in people with diabetes, they can...
National Women’s Health Week is observed every year in May—but at Prescott Dentistry, we think anytime is a good time to talk about women’s dental health. Women have specific oral health concerns, generally related to the effects of hormones. Here are some of the factors...
Diabetes is a serious disease that impacts the entire body, including your mouth. High blood sugar levels can have a significant effect on your oral health, however, this aspect of the disease is often overlooked. In today’s post, we’ll take a look at 6 ways...
September is National Gum Care Month, and our team at Prescott Dentistry wants to make sure you are taking care of your gum health! Detecting the early signs of gum disease is the best way to prevent it from progressing into the advanced stages of...
Television ads about toothpaste often mention keeping your teeth clean in order to avoid gingivitis. So what IS gingivitis? At Prescott Dentistry, we’re quite familiar with this word and with the negative impact of its meaning. Let’s take a few minutes to clear up any...