When you care about the health of your teeth, you make sure to brush and floss your teeth regularly. But after brushing and flossing, is mouthwash really necessary? Let’s talk about how mouthwash affects your mouth so you can decide if it’s right for you. Keeping Your...
Basic Information on Gingivitis Treatment and Prevention
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Feb 23, 2017 | Dental Care
Periodontal disease is the inflammation and infection of the gum tissues that needlessly afflicts the oral health of millions of Americans each year. It often starts out as gingivitis. It occurs when plaque and residual food particles are not effectively removed...
Conquering Gum Disease – 4 Easy Steps to a Healthy Mouth
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Nov 8, 2016 | Dental Care, Oral Health
If you have gum disease, also referred to as gingivitis or periodontal disease, you are not alone. According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost half of Americans 30 years-old or older have gum disease. If you are over 65, your risk for gum...
Bad Breath: Culprits & Solutions
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Apr 14, 2016 | Dental Care
Do you suffer from bad breath? Are you self-conscious that others will notice? Don’t let your struggles have a negative impact on your social life. There are many causes of bad breath, as well as many solutions. Common Causes: Dry Mouth – Does your mouth feel dry and...
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Gum Disease
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Mar 22, 2016 | Dental Care, Oral Health
When people think of dental care, they often think of teeth. But healthy teeth are only part of the equation. The tissues and bone that surround your teeth, including your gums, are critically important to your overall dental health. You may be thinking, “There’s no...
Understanding the Danger Posed by Periodontitis
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Mar 16, 2016 | Dental Care
The Centers for Disease Control estimate that nearly half of the American population over 30 years old has some degree of periodontal disease. Residual food particles and plaque that are not cleaned away by your daily oral hygiene routine can harden into tartar at the...
The 4 Reasons Why Your Gums Might Be Bleeding
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Nov 6, 2015 | Dental Care
If your gums bleed every time you eat, brush your teeth, floss, or just relax, it’s not a normal occurrence and you should be concerned. Bleeding gums are a sign that your oral cavity may be unhealthy, or it may be a sign that is linked to one or more of the four...