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Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people. Gum disease treatment is available at Vitangeli Dental in Englewood OH. Gum disease is usually the result of […]
Gum disease
You May Have Gingivitis
This post from Vitangeli Dental in Englewood OH is about gingivitis, which is early-stage gum disease. Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are devoted to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t impact your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can […]
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Gum disease is more common than you might think. At Vitangeli Dental in Englewood we see patients with gum disease almost every day. It’s as serious matter, because gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss. Some people aren’t even aware they have it until we see it during a checkup. It’s a treatable […]
Preventing Gum Disease At Vitangeli Dental
In this post from Vitangeli Dental in Englewood OH we discuss gum disease, a serious condition that we see far too often. Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar, also known as calculus. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
How much do you know about gum disease? Use this little quiz from Vitangeli Dental in Englewood to test your knowledge. 1. Which of the items below are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)? a. Pregnancy b. Underbite c. Diabetes d. Family history 2. Which of the following are possible signs of gum disease? a. […]
Swollen Gums?
If you are a worried about inflamed gums, it could be a sign of gum disease. Don’t ignore these symptoms. Make an appointment with Vitangeli Dental in Englewood OH. About one in seven people between the ages of 35 and 40 have some form of gum disease. The older you are, the greater the risk. […]
