Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are critical for good dental health. Sometimes our patients at The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is that bleeding a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a day or two after your cleaning, it shouldn’t […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced […]
Preventing Gum Disease At The Gentle Art of Dentistry
Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus. At The Gentle Art of Dentistry in Houston, we perform the most thorough dental cleanings possible. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these […]