If your gums do not hurt, it is easy to assume everything is fine. Many people in West Bend feel that way, especially after a long winter when routines change and you are focused on other health goals. The tricky part is that early gum problems often feel mild. You...
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. If you live with diabetes in Wisconsin, your mouth can show early signs of change. At Dentistry of West Bend, we look after your oral health with calm, careful attention. You deserve clear answers, gentle treatment, and a...
Your gums play a crucial role in maintaining your oral health. They can also show you when there may be a problem. Gum disease can start as mild gingivitis and progress to periodontitis. Initially, the symptoms of gum disease can often be overlooked because they are...
For many patients, cavity prevention is the primary reason they visit the dentist regularly. While preventing tooth decay and cavities is certainly essential to promoting your oral health, keeping your gums healthy is vital, too. In fact, gum health and the health of...
Periodontal disease (also called gum disease) is a bacterial infection of the gums that occurs when plaque and tartar accumulate on the surfaces of the teeth and force the gums away. This creates pockets where harmful bacteria thrive, leading to periodontal disease....
Laser therapy for gum disease is a revolutionary treatment designed to address more advanced cases of periodontal disease (gum disease). Laser therapy uses lasers set to specific wavelengths to sterilize harmful bacteria while removing gum tissue that is either dead...
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