How do you know if you have gum disease? 80 % of the people in the United States have some form of periodontal disease, and most of them don’t even know that they have it. Gum disease is usually painless in the early stages, often called gingivitis. It is a very slow, progressive disease that…
New Guidelines for Antibiotics before dental procedures
New Guidelines for Antibiotics before dental procedures For many years the American Heart Association has recommended that people who have certain types of heart conditions should take antibiotics before dental procedures. The purpose of this was to ensure that the patient would avoid infective endocarditis, an infection of the heart. previously known as bacterial endocarditis….
Dental Insurance: A Good Thing?
Dental Insurance: A Good Thing? Is Dental Insurance worth the Cost? Tips from your local South End Boston Massachusetts Dentists. Call us today to schedule a cleaning. Dental insurance has been around for a long time, but many people are confused about what it really is. I hope to clear some of that up. It…