Signs of Gum Disease in Maple Grove

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Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are important for good dental health. However, some of our Maple Grove dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is it a sign of gum disease?

If your gums bleed for a day or two after your cleaning, it isn’t really a problem. But,if the bleeding and tenderness lasts longer, you really need to return to your dentist to see if something might be going on.

Gum disease occurs when plaque builds up along the gum line. You might also experience bad breath, painful chewing, and loose teeth. The mildest form of gum disease is called gingivitis. If it isn’t treated promptly, it can develop into periodontitis, which is even more serious. Both have been shown to raise the risk of diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, and cancer. If you have any concerns at all about possible gum disease, call us at Arbor Lakes Dental right away.

Avoiding gum disease is just one of the many vital goals we have for our Maple Grove patients. Taking proper care of your teeth is one of the most important preventative steps you can take.

Along with ideal dental health, we also seek to give our patients the beautiful smiles they desire through cosmetic dentistry. Our top services here at Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS include:

cosmetic dentistry
porcelain veneers
teeth whitening

Our patients appreciate our comfortable office and fun staff. If you are looking for a local dentist with competence in preventative, general, and cosmetic dentistry, we invite you to schedule an informative consultation.

Contact Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS:

763-515-1171

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

12000 Elm Creek Blvd N Ste 230
Maple Grove, Minnesota
55369

 

Avoid Tooth Loss In Maple Grove

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Do you know the most common cause of tooth loss among Minneapolis adults?

The answer is gum disease. While this may be startling to Minneapolis, Osseo, and Champlin residents, there is a bright side:

Gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages.

Regular check-ups with your Maple Grove dentist are vital, but there are warning signs for gum disease that everyone should be looking for.

1. Gums that bleed very easily

2. Gums that appear tender, swollen, or very red, or gums that have visible pus in between them when they are pushed

3. A bite that changes suddenly so that your teeth don’t seem to fit together correctly

4. Gums that are pulling away from the teeth

5. A bad taste in the mouth or chronic bad breath

6. Loose or separating teeth

If you are experiencing these symptoms, talk to your dentist today. Avoiding these problems is ideal, but brushing isn’t enough. Since plaque causes gum disease, removing plaque through regular flossing is the key to healthy gums.

My name is Dr. Jamie Sledd and my practice, Arbor Lakes Dental, serves the Champlin, Plymouth MN, and Osseo areas. We take pride in caring for our patients and we want them to have healthy, beautiful smiles that they can be proud of. Many of our patients seek information about smile makeovers. If you’d like to know, schedule an appointment and we’ll take a look!

Our practice specializes in:

Cosmetic dentistry
Dental bridges
Gum disease treatment
Porcelain veneers

Contact us at 763-515-1171 and a member of our fun staff can make an appointment for you. During your consultation, you can meet with Dr. Jamie Sledd about swollen gums, veneers, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, and more.

We hope to hear from you soon!

Dr. Jamie Sledd
Arbor Lakes Dental
12000 Elm Creek Blvd, Ste 230
Maple Grove, Minnesota
763-515-1171

The following website was used as source material for this blog: http://dentistry.about.com/od/toothmouthconditions/a/gum_warnings.htm, accessed on October 22, 2014

Tooth Brushing Basics For Healthy Smiles In Maple Grove

Maple Grove Teeth Bleaching Why should everyone in Maple Grove brush at least twice a day? Let’s take a look at why this is so important.

Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay.

Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and inhibits the build up of plaque. If we let food stay on our teeth, the starches in the food will mix with the plaque. This nasty mixture forms an acid which immediately starts drilling into the enamel to form cavities. Brushing can’t get all the spaces between your teeth, so you’ve got to floss also.

Brushing and flossing keeps gums and bone healthy.

If you let gum disease go untreated, you can lose teeth that are cavity-free!

The progression of gum disease (gingivitis) goes like this:

  1. Plaque build-up irritates gums.
  2. Irritated gums pull away from teeth.
  3. Bacteria multiplies in the spaces between the gum and tooth.
  4. The bone holding the tooth is eaten by the bacteria.
  5. Say goodbye to the tooth.

The good news is that gingivitis can be reversed if detected early.

Call Arbor Lakes Dental at (763)494-4443 to schedule a gum disease evaluation at our office in Maple Grove.

“If Your Gums Are Swollen And Sore, Call Arbor Lakes Dental”

Gum Disease In Champlin

If you are a worried Maple Grove resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone.

About one third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40.1 Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Arbor Lakes Dental today at (763)494-4443 for immediate treatment.

At Arbor Lakes Dental we take gum disease, sometimes called gingivitis, seriously because left untreated it can lead to loss of bone and tissue that support the teeth.

Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease. You will know you have it if your gums bleed easily and look red and swollen. If this condition is not reversed it can lead to periodontal disease. With this condition your gums become loose and separate from the teeth forming cavities that can become infected. This can spread to the bone supporting the tooth. If this is damaged, the tooth can be lost. (If you have already lost a tooth to gum disease, ask us about dental implants.)

At Arbor Lakes Dental we recommend daily brushing and flossing and regular dental cleanings to help combat gingivitis. Our team has been treating gum disease and other dental problems for Minnesota residents since 1992.

If you want your teeth to feel fresh and bright, come in for a cleaning and check-up. Don’t become a statistic, prevent gingivitis by treating your teeth and gums with the TLC they deserve. (After all, they work pretty hard for you day in and day out.)

My name is Jamie Sledd and my staff and I at Arbor Lakes Dental offer quality general and cosmetic dental services including dental crowns, dental bridges, and cosmetic dentistry.

Take care of your beautiful smile by calling Arbor Lakes Dental today. It’s About You, Your Smile, Our Relationship and Your Trust

Dr. Jamie Sledd
Arbor Lakes Dental
12000 Elm Creek Blvd, Ste 230
Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369
(763)494-4443
https://www.arborlakesdental.com/about-arbor-lakes-dental

1“Adult Oral Health,” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, http://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/topics/adult.htm, accessed on January 7, 2012

Periodontal Disease in Minneapolis

Periodontal Disease in Minnesota Periodontal disease in Minneapolis is more common than you might think, and can be cured with varying degrees of treatment depending on the severity.

What is periodontal disease? According to this article on Wikipedia, periodontal disease is ‘the name of a collection of inflammatory diseases affecting the tissues that surround and support the teeth.’

Periodontal disease, more commonly called ‘gum disease‘, is an inflammation or infection of the gums. Periodontal disease can be very painful in some extreme conditions, and can limit your ability to eat normally. In some cases, periodontal disease can affect your smile, and can create cosmetic dental concerns.

If left untreated, periodontal disease can cause irreversible damage. When caught early and treated, periodontal disease can be little more than an inconvenience. However the best policy is to practice good dental hygiene to keep periodontal disease at bay.

One of the best ways to avoid periodontal disease is to get a regular dental check up at your local Minneapolis family dentist.

Give us a call at Arbor Lakes Dental (763)494-4443 to schedule your next dental checkup; we look forward to seeing you.

— Dr. Jamie Sledd