Gum disease is one of the things that we see patients the most for. As a condition that causes your gums to become red, inflamed, and tender, gum diseases is fairly easy to treat and prevent; as long as you catch it in the early stages. To help you avoid gum disease altogether, we have… Read More »
Unless you were sleeping under a rock during 2008, you probably remember just how devastating the recession was on our economy. Another type of recession that may be equally as devastating is an oral condition called gum recession. What Is Gum Recession? Gum recession is an oral condition that causes your gum tissue to weaken,… Read More »
Having a handful of gummy bears is one thing but having a gummy smile is an entirely different issue. If you are self-conscious about your smile because you think that more of your gums show than teeth, then you may be a suitable candidate for a procedure called crown lengthening. Let’s delve a little deeper… Read More »
Here at Baltimore Periodontics, we perform a variety of both surgical and non-invasive techniques to help patients get rid of their gum disease and restore their oral health. And although all of these treatments are really effective, nothing is better at helping with gum disease as preventing it from the get-go. So, how can you… Read More »
Gum disease is a common oral condition that’s caused by a build-up of tartar along the gum line. And although you may think that you can get away without treating your gum disease, if left untreated, gum disease can cause a variety of issues like tooth loss, heart disease, low birth rate babies, and even… Read More »
Yes, you’ve heard it your whole life: “You need to brush and floss your teeth both morning and night.” But similar to most things our parents ingrained in us when we were little, you may not know precisely why you should be doing it. But proper dental care isn’t just about brushing and flossing your… Read More »
Bleeding gums may be attractive to your vampire friends, but otherwise, they are typically indicative of an underlying dental condition. If you have started to notice that your gums are bleeding more frequently— typically after you brush your teeth— you may be suffering from a variety of conditions including gingivitis or hormone changes. To help… Read More »
