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What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has an important job. It safeguards the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone in which your teeth are anchored. What is gum […]
Gum disease
The 4 Stages of Gum Disease
You may be wondering why occasionally your gums are red and swollen, or your breath is bad. Maybe you’re just concerned with improving your dental health and want to be more aware for your next appointment. Learn about the four stages of gum disease you may be overlooking when thinking of your complete oral care […]
Do You Eat A Tooth-Healthy Diet?
Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern for our local Trotwood dental patients. As your Drs., I’m enthusiastic about helping you care for your teeth and keep them healthy. Everyone in Trotwood knows that maintaining healthy teeth requires thorough daily brushing and flossing. Regular visits to your local Trotwood dental practice are also necessary for […]
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant
The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a strong foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to constantly generate new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When a […]
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At Vitangeli Dental, we can help you with this painful […]
Gently Now – Protect Your Gums When You Brush
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only dilemma with that is many people brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gum recession. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth root. It […]
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Hello friends of Vitangeli Dental! In today’s post, we will talk about jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain strong and vital, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure that extends into the surrounding bone material. As […]
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us occasionally skip this required habit. Studies show that around 68% of individuals report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the regular flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and lead to expensive dental work in […]
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can affect the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid […]
Preventive Dentistry At Vitangeli Dental
Are you a Dayton area parent of young children? Do you want them to develop better oral hygiene habits than you did when you were young? Perhaps you have a beautiful smile and want to prevent tooth decay. Many Englewood people have a mouth full of fillings and don’t want to add another one to […]
