If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine? We’re asked about this from time to time at Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH. Our answer is short and sweet: “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more […]
Gum disease
You Should Worry if Any of These 3 Things Happen in Your Mouth
The state of your oral health is closely related to your overall health, which is just one of the reasons why daily brushing and flossing is so important. At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH we’re using this post to discuss three common issues that you should never ignore. Dry mouth. Everyone has an unusually […]
Gum Disease And Tooth Loss
Do you know that the most common cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, the good news is that gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups are critical, but there are warning signs for gum disease that […]
Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease
Here is some essential news from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, for anyone who cares about their dental health: gum disease is a primary cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is connected to heart disease. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is found in the early stages. What […]
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Visiting Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH twice a year for a checkup and cleaning may at times seem inconvenient. But there is more to it than clean teeth and peace of mind: you may benefit in ways you never guessed. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned once every […]
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Gum disease is more common than you might think. At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some of them aren’t even aware they have it. The good news is that it can be treated, though as with so many diseases, the earlier we catch it the better. […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adult Americans, but it’s a preventable disease. With that in mind, Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH presents a short quiz to test your gum disease knowledge. 1. Which of the following are risk factors for gum disease? a. Pregnancy b. Overbite c. […]
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Categories: Dental health, Gum disease
Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. It is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, but there is treatment available at Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH. Gum disease is now so pervasive in the US that it has been called a health crisis by the American […]
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. It’s a serious condition, but is treatable at Vanguard Dentistry in Derry NH. Swelling of the gums 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 […]
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are critical for ideal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. It could be a sign of gum disease. Gum disease arises when plaque builds up along the gum line. You might also observe bad breath, painful chewing, and loose […]
