Many patients come into our office in the South End of Boston with this problem: Receding gum line. When gums recede, the supporting structures around the teeth wear away, exposing the root of the tooth. This can cause hypersensitivity to cold, and in some cases toothaches. Gum recession also facilitates disease-causing bacteria to accumulate that…
Obesity and Dental Care in the South End of Boston
Recent studies have shown that people with a BMI over 30 regardless of smoking or diabetes status have a higher risk of developing periodontal (gum) disease than those with a healthy body weight. Fermentable carbohydrates, such as refined wheat flour, potatoes, rice, and pasta, convert into simple sugars in the mouth. These foods are believed…
Educating the South End of Boston on Oral Health
And?The Link with Cardiovascular Disease According to the American Dental Association (ADA) a definite association exists between periodontal disease (gum disease) and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Many studies and medical professional have tried to disprove this is recent years. However, the ADA stands strong behind their findings and their own research. Since 1989 there have been…
Need an Implant in the South End of Boston?
When a patient looses a tooth there are a few options to resolve having a gap in your mouth.? Dental implants are the next best thing to natural teeth.? With an implant, the patient will have a prosthetic tooth that is as close to their natural tooth structure as possible. -The first step to the…