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Category Archives: Periodontal Disease

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How Is Halitosis Treated?

  • Jul 6 2023

Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath, and it’s something that many people deal with. While short-term bad breath could just be due to something you ate, consistent bad breath is typically associated with different levels of gum disease. A variety of treatments can be used to deal with gum disease at various stages. […]


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Why Brushing and Flossing Alone Won’t Do the Trick When Treating Periodontal Disease

  • Mar 29 2022

Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is an infection in the gums. Dentists can treat some related damage and prevent the disease from worsening when they catch and address symptoms early. If you don’t manage your oral health and have early onset and rapid progression of this disease, you may develop periodontitis, which is incurable. […]