by Smile Glen Ellyn | Oct 15, 2020 | Gum Health, Blog
Gum recession is a condition where the gum tissue surrounding teeth begins to draw away from the teeth. This will reveal more of the affected teeth and can make them look longer than usual. Gum recession is a common problem and very treatable. Since it’s a gradual...
by Smile Glen Ellyn | Jul 15, 2020 | Gum Health, Blog, Services, Uncategorized
You may be experiencing receding gums if you noticed your teeth look longer. You may also have noticed a receding gum line as gums appear to be pulling back away from your teeth. If your gums recede, gaps may start to form between the tooth and gum. This creates a...
by Smile Glen Ellyn | May 15, 2020 | Common Conditions, Blog, Gum Health
The roots of our teeth anchor them in the gums and jawbone. Like the tooth, the roots have nerves. If you have an exposed tooth root, it can cause sensitivity. Left untreated, it can lead to serious dental health problems. The good news is that if you have associated...
by Smile Glen Ellyn | Nov 6, 2018 | Blog, Common Conditions, Overall Health, Teeth
When your baby is teething, sometimes we have been taught to expect runny noses, fevers, and trouble sleeping as parts of the months-long teething process. Turns out it’s just not so, according to Dr. Thomas Gibbs. Here is a look at the problems teething can cause...
by Smile Glen Ellyn | 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...