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Three Reasons Why You Should Take Good Care of Your Gums

Keep your teeth and gums healthy to avoid periodontal diseasePeriodontal disease, or gum disease, is a serious condition which manifests itself through bleeding, receding gums, abscesses and loose teeth. If left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to teeth falling out, and there is sometimes the risk of the jaw bone becoming infected.

Periodontal disease is easily prevented, but at Stony Brook Family Dentistry we see many patients who are ignorant of the warning signs and do not understand that their gums are just as important as their teeth. Here are three things that we want our patients to know:

1. Periodontal disease can be difficult to reverse

Your gums are quite resilient, and mild cases of gingivitis (gums that bleed when you brush your teeth) are usually reversible. However, true periodontal disease is a much more serious condition and it is harder to reverse. If your gums recede and your teeth get lose, it will be difficult to turn back the clock.

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The Benefits of Mini Implants for Denture Wearers

A woman with mini dental implants stabilizing her denturesDentures can become troublesome at times and require stabilizers to ensure they do not become a long-term problem.

This is where mini implants come into the equation and help take care of the impending problem at hand. Let’s take a look at what the benefits are when it comes to getting mini implants for denture wearers.

Stronger

One of the biggest benefits of getting these mini implants is how strong they are. They will not fall apart at the first sign of stress, which is essential for the patient.

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The content offered on this website is for informational purposes only and does not seek to diagnose and/or treat any physical, medical, dental, and/or periodontal condition or disease. In addition, the offering and consumption of this content does not establish a doctor patient relationship. If you are experiencing any pain, discomfort, swelling, and/or bleeding in your mouth and/or jaw this may represent a serious condition and can only be diagnosed and treated by visiting a medical doctor, dentist, and/or periodontist in person.

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