Have you noticed blood in the sink when brushing? You might not pay too much attention to it, but this may be a sign of gum disease. Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss, so you must pay optimal attention whenever you spot symptoms. The good news is that when gum disease strikes, […]
Periodontal disease is the number one cause of tooth loss in adults, but with proper care, it’s easily preventable. Dr. Raichada and the team at Dentistry on 10 in Mississauga offer education for preventing periodontal disease and treat oral health issues rapidly. Oral Hygiene At-home care is crucial to preventing gum disease. As oral bacteria […]
Tooth decay is not the only threat to an individual’s oral health. Nearly half of adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. Left untreated, gum disease can worsen and may lead to tooth loss. Located in Mississauga, Dr. Rina Raichada of Dentistry on 10 offers treatments such as gum cleaning […]
Many adults notice a bit of ‘pink in the sink’ when they brush or floss their teeth and dismiss it as part of the habit. In fact, bleeding or sore gums can be a sign of gum disease – an oral health issue that can cause gum recession, tooth sensitivity, and, if left untreated, overall […]
Red, tender, inflamed gums are the sign of an underlying condition called gum disease. The common condition can be extremely uncomfortable and if left untreated can compromise overall health. Patients near Mississauga can find relief from the uncomfortable symptoms of gum disease with periodontal services from the team at Dentistry on 10. When you come […]
Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is a common condition that can lead to serious problems, such as tooth loss, if left untreated. Gum disease starts when plaque builds up on the teeth. When left unattended, the plaque hardens, damages the teeth and gums, and leads to pockets between the teeth and gums where more bacteria […]
Gum disease consists of chronic infection and inflammation of the gums and surrounding tissues that provide support to teeth. Three out of four people will have gum disease at some stage of their lives, and it causes about 70 percent of adult tooth loss. Unfortunately, many people in Mississauga and surrounding areas don’t really know […]
The Canadian Dental Association estimates that seven of every 10 residents will develop some form of gum disease during their lifetimes. The bad news is that advanced gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. The good news? It is largely preventable and very treatable, especially when caught in its early stages. […]
There are a great many concerns related to the condition of gum disease. Not only does the initial inflammation progress into infection, but many people who develop gum disease eventually notice recession in gum tissue around teeth. Gum recession is more than a cosmetic problem but also poses a risk to general health and wellbeing. […]
For every seven middle-aged and older Canadians, one reportedly has severe gum disease according to the Canadian Dental Association. The word severe makes an important distinction; gum disease can start as inflamed and red tissues (gingivitis) and progress to periodontitis. In the advanced stage, the teeth actually separate from the gums. Bacteria gather in the […]
