Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the gums that can usually be prevented by brushing twice and flossing once per day. Though many people grew up hearing about how important these oral hygiene steps are, 47.2% of people over age 30 and 70.1% over age 65 have this condition. The first stage of gum disease, which is called gingivitis, is easy to treat if caught early on. But, if it progresses into a worse infection called periodontitis, this can lead to gum recession, jawbone deterioration, loose teeth, tooth loss, and problems in other parts of the body. So that you understand the importance of taking care of your smile, read on to learn how gum disease affects your cardiovascular system and how to prevent it.

Though dentures are a great way to replace missing teeth and complete your smile, they are also notorious for slipping around in your mouth. This can make it difficult to eat and speak properly. For this reason, some patients decide that they want to switch to dental implants. Making the switch can be a bit difficult at first, so read on for help making the transition from dentures.