Getting Your Gums Back to Healthy

Posted on: 13 April 2016

At one point, removing your wisdom teeth may become necessary. This is because the wisdom teeth are not necessary for chewing or for normal speech and they are extremely difficult to reach and keep clean. Wisdom teeth often cause problems because of infections. If you need your wisdom teeth removed, here are five tips for recovering from the surgery: Plan Meals Ahead: The first foods you are going to want to eat are going to have to be in liquid form, such as juices and smoothies. [Read More]

Posted on: 24 March 2016

Gum disease occurs when oral bacteria is left unchecked by poor oral healthcare. The disease can cause your gums to bleed when brushing or flossing and, if left untreated, can start to cause more significant damage to your gums, teeth, and even your jawbone. Gingivitis is the most common form of gum disease and can become periodontitis if left untreated. What are the symptoms for each of these gum diseases – and how can your general dentist help? [Read More]

Posted on: 29 February 2016

Everyone knows the importance of going to the dentist every six months for a cleaning and a check-up. However, that doesn't stop people from putting it off and waiting to go. For some, it is the fear of going to the dentist. For others, they are unhappy with their current provider. Choosing a new dentist (like Marc E. Segal, D.D.S.) isn't always easy. However, it doesn't have to be as complicated as you might think. [Read More]

Posted on: 9 February 2016

In an attempt to move certain teeth into the proper place, it is common for other teeth to also move out of place as a result. For instance, it is a common problem when a patient suffers from an overbite to receive a treatment that might cause the back teeth to move out of alignment. To prevent this problem from occurring, it might be necessary to use temporary anchorage devices (TAD). [Read More]