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Non Surgical Gum Disease Cure
Antimicrobial Therapy for Periodontal Disease Antimicrobial therapy eliminates gum disease in four easy steps: Dr. Nemeth will provide a bacterial and parasitic diagnosis by using the microscope, clinical signs, and sometimes a culture. The infection will be eliminated with the use of scaling, the laser, disinfectant products and specially selected antibiotics based on an individualized…
Get Rid of Your Bad Breath (FOR GOOD!)
Best Bad Breath Treatment for Permanent Results Bad breath is a concern for many people. In fact, it is estimated that nearly 60 million Americans suffer from halitosis. Our office has a lot of patients concerned about bad breath and one of our primary functions is to help them get rid of this problem.…
Cure Gum Disease Without Surgery
Non-Surgical Gum Disease Therapy in Michigan Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease marked by bleeding, swollen gums and dangerous oral bacteria. Left untreated, gingivitis will likely advance into gum disease or periodontitis. Traditionally, surgical intervention was necessary to get the oral infection under control. These days we are able to stop the disease…
The Pinhole Surgical Technique, Explained by Dr. Joseph R. Nemeth, on CBS
Pinhole Surgical Technique Our gums are more important than any of us might think. The main role of our gums is to protect our teeth. Having healthy gums is vital to our overall health but, as we get older, our gums can shrink or recede, resulting in our gums pulling away from our teeth exposing…
CAN GUM DISEASE CONTRIBUTE TO ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE?
Each day seems to bring more health news linking gum disease to yet another systemic disease. Several recent studies have shown a possible connection between gum disease and Alzheimer’s disease. MORE RESEARCH FINDS THAT GUM DISEASE IMPACTS YOUR OVERALL HEALTH We already know that the bacteria in gum disease can travel through the…
We Use 3D Printers to Place Dental Implants
Using a 3D printer allows the placement of dental implants to be more effective and accurate. This capability was previously not available in any periodontal office until now. Before, it would have only been provided to us by an outside lab at a very high cost. Additionally, the model used to take several days to…
USING DRUGS CAN RUIN YOUR TEETH!
CAN DRUG USE RUIN YOUR TEETH? With so many people currently addicted to drugs and as many as three million new users each year there is bound to be an upsurge in periodontal disease as well. It’s not news that people with drug addictions would be more likely to have periodontal disease and tooth…
ARE YOU ADDICTED TO SUGAR?
SUGAR ADDICTION Most of us love sugar. We can eat it any time, any place and in just about anything. We don’t have a sweet tooth; we have a sweet arm or leg. We know it’s not healthy or good for us but we just can’t help ourselves. We swear that starting tomorrow we…
APRIL IS ORAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
SYMPTOMS OF ORAL CANCER There are several things to look for so performing a monthly self-check can mean an earlier diagnosis with a better outcome. Using a bright light and mirror, be sure to remove any dentures. Look and feel inside your lips and the front of your gums. Tilt back your head…
The Link Between Periodontal Disease and Child Obesity
CHILD OBESITY As parents, having your child’s best interest at heart is always at the forefront of your mind. Making sure they are well cared for, well fed and always healthy. One part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle is ensuring there is ample amount of exercise and activity to stimulate the children physically and…
Is Sharing a Toothbrush Really That Bad?
DANGERS OF SHARING A TOOTHBRUSH While sharing a toothbrush may sound pretty disgusting, can it really be that bad for you? You figure you share a fork or kiss your significant other all the time and nothing happens so is sharing a tooth brush really that different? The answer is – YES! Maybe you’re…
What Is Oil Pulling and Does It Cure Gum Disease?
OIL PULLING WHAT IS IT? We’ve all been hearing a lot about oil pulling for dental and gum care. But what is it and does it really make a difference with your oral health? Oil Pulling, which is also known as “kavaka’ or ‘gundusha’ is an ancient Ayurvedic dental technique. Ayurveda goes back over 3,000…
Keeping Up With Your Oral Health After Retirement
DENTAL INSURANCE POST-RETIREMENT Many people have dental insurance through their jobs but once they retire, they lose those benefits. Medicare and the Affordable Care Act don’t offer dental care and even the most simple dental plans are extremely costly. With over 10,000 people retiring every day, this means that over 70% of retired baby…
Treat Gum Disease and Help Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
GUM DISEASE AND RA For over a century, doctors have known that oral health and your overall physical health are directly related. As we’ve mentioned in previous blogs, there is scientific proof that gum disease is known to cause other more serious diseases in the body. For decades doctors have known that gum infections…