Many people put off their regular dental appointments because life gets busy or they feel like their regular dental cleaning isn't necessary. In fact, some people will even put off a dental visit until they actually have pain in their teeth or gums. The truth is that pain isn't the only indication of a problem [...]
Gum disease, often referred to as periodontal disease is an inflammation of the gum line that holds your teeth together. If left untreated, gum disease can eventually progress to infect the bone structure of your teeth which could even cause tooth loss in severe cases. Periodontal disease is usually a result of poor oral hygiene [...]
Here at HPS Advanced Dental, we often hear that clients dread coming to the office for regular check-ups. Even though we strive to provide an office experience that is not only friendly to your teeth but is also friendly to your mind and well-being, it still surprises us that many patients avoid our office until [...]
As we learn more and more about how our body systems are connected, it has become clear that a healthy mouth is critically important to have a healthy body. For many years, gum disease was thought to only impact the health of the mouth and jaw. Today, we know differently. Gum disease has been linked [...]
Periodontal disease is pretty scary sounding. And for some of our Shelby Township area dental patients, it can be. If we have diagnosed you with periodontal disease, you are not alone. Many adults and teens in the U.S. suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a perfectly treatable and preventable condition that [...]
Periodontal disease is one of the quickest growing oral health concerns for Shelby Township patients. With more than 80% of adults in the United States suffering from some level of periodontal disease, it’s become increasingly important to find alternative and effective ways of treating bacterial growth and infection in the mouth and gums. Making this [...]
Hi, I'm Suzy a dental hygienist at HPS Advanced Dental Care in Shelby Township, Michigan. We're an all female dental practice in Macomb County. We are BPA free, gluten free, mercury free and latex free. We provide a holistic approach to taking care of our dental patients, so if that's you, please come see us. [...]
Gum disease (known as periodontitis) is a silent disease. It is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth. You can’t see it. There’s usually no pain. Often times, you don’t even know you have it. If left untreated, gum disease just gets worse and can compromise your oral health and your overall health. It is possible to have periodontal disease and have no warning signs. Research has demonstrated that as many as 3 out of 4 people will experience some form of gum disease in their lifetime. There are many reasons to take gum disease seriously. o one wants to lose teeth. No one wants to risk heart disease. No one wants to risk diabetes. No one wants to risk cancer. Knowing your Oral Health Scores is the first step toward healthier teeth and gums. It allows us to chart your course to better oral health. Remember that if caught early enough, gum disease can be reversed or prevented altogether. Now is the time to find out if you are at risk for gum disease. There can be no greater peace of mind than knowing you are protecting your health.
There are many tests that help doctors predict our risk of developing certain diseases. We routinely get our blood pressure taken to assess our risk of hypertension. A blood pressure of higher than 120/80 is considered high risk and in need of treatment. We get our cholesterol checked to assess our risk of heart disease. [...]
