by websites@thinkdenali.com | Dec 30, 2022 | Blog, Daily Hygiene, Dental News, Gum Health, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Preventative Dentistry, Teeth
Taking care of your dental health is essential for more than just having a great smile and feeling good! Poor oral hygiene can have severe, long-term ramifications, such as tooth decay, gum disease, or even heart problems. To prevent these health consequences and...
by websites@thinkdenali.com | Jul 30, 2022 | Blog, Common Conditions, Gum Health, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Periodontics, Preventative Dentistry
Even though gum disease can affect people who brush and floss regularly, nearly half of Americans aged 30 and older have some form of periodontal disease. Gum disease can usually be treated successfully at its earliest stages, but it cannot be reversed once it has...
by websites@thinkdenali.com | Aug 5, 2018 | Blog, Common Conditions, Gum Health, Oral Hygiene
Pregnancy creates many changes in the body. Even your teeth and gums can be affected because pregnancy increases the blood flow in the body, creating changes in your oral health that can make you susceptible to infections. It’s a good idea to know what to expect...
by websites@thinkdenali.com | May 11, 2018 | Blog, Common Conditions, Daily Hygiene, Oral Hygiene
The breakdown of food debris by bacteria inside your mouth is the major cause of bad breath. Proper brushing techniques that also include giving your tongue a good scrub will go a long way in taming halitosis, or bad breath. Bacteria Tongue Coating The tongue provides...
by websites@thinkdenali.com | Feb 9, 2018 | Blog, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene
Your Glen Ellyn, IL dentist probably reminds you at every appointment about the importance of flossing as part of your oral hygiene routine. Cleaning between your teeth prevents plaque buildup around the teeth and gums. Combined with brushing and professional...
