When it comes to maintaining oral health, many people focus primarily on their teeth. However, the significance of gum care should never be overlooked. Healthy gums play a crucial role in overall oral well-being and are essential for preserving the stability and longevity of your teeth. Let’s look at a few reasons why it’s important […]
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Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are important for ideal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a day or two, you don’t need to be concerned. But, if the bleeding and tenderness last longer, […]
The Almeida & Bell Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
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 Almeida & Bell Dental Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry in Lone Tree […]
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Categories: Dental Health, gum disease
Saliva is an important part of good oral health. Without an adequate flow, you’d find it very difficult to chew and swallow. If you have a problem with dry mouth, let us know at Almeida & Bell Dental Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry in Lone Tree CO. Saliva is produced by several glands in and […]
The 4 Stages of Gum Disease
Categories: Dental Health, gum disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It’s a progressive condition, and is easily treatable in its earliest stages. From Almeida & Bell Dental Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry in Lone Tree, here are the four main stages of gum disease. Gingivitis The main symptoms of gingivitis include red or swollen […]
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Almeida & Bell General, Cosmetic & Sedation Dentistry in Lone Tree. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at […]
