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Gum disease is a complicated yet dangerous and serious dental issue that can severely damage your smile and oral health. This disease is so complicated, in fact, that it has a total of two stages. Those stages are gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease that is also the mildest stage. It begins when you... read more »
Do you have questions about orthodontic treatment in Findlay, Ohio? If so, our Findlay Dental Group team understands. Orthodontics can be confusing and overwhelming at times, which is why it's normal to have questions. So, to help you find the information you're looking for, we are happy to provide the answers to the following frequently asked questions: Question No. 1:... read more »
Have you ever been told that you should visit a dentist once every six months? Do you ever struggle to make these appointments because of time constraints or because they’re inconvenient? While we understand that your time is valuable, please know that these appointments are actually vital to the health of your teeth. An important part of these appointments is... read more »
If you grind your teeth at night or if you have bad habits like using your teeth as tools or nervously nibbling on foreign objects, it can cause a chip on one or more teeth. Even if a chip doesn’t cause pain, you should not delay treatment. This is potentially dangerous because the chipped enamel will inevitably invite bacteria to... read more »
Not all toothpaste is created equal; in fact, if you use a certain kind of toothpaste over another, you can actually do quite a bit to improve your oral health. The trick is taking the time while shopping to find the type of toothpaste that addresses your specific oral health needs and has a few other features as well. Let's... read more »
Did you know that conditions like heart disease can be linked to your oral health? Well, it’s true. Your health is extremely important to us here at Findlay Dental Group in Findlay, Ohio, and we would like to help you restore your oral health into pristine shape. That is why our team has provided you with a few options to... read more »
You probably know that tooth decay can lead to a number of issues. Similarly, you may know that if you let plaque build up there are a few things you’ll need to do to keep your teeth clean. However, did you know that plaque and tooth decay together can form cavities? Fortunately, there are a few things you can do... read more »
You probably know that a diet can affect your health. Similarly, you probably know that a diet can affect your teeth—but do you know what a vegetarian diet could do to your teeth? Unfortunately, a vegetarian diet can lack some of the nutrition you need, which could eventually harm your teeth or gums. However, if you’re careful, a vegetarian diet... read more »
It is estimated that nearly half (47%) of Americans over 30 have periodontitis, an advanced form of gum disease. That number increases to 70% of seniors. One might think that since it is so common, it can’t be that serious. However, that is simply not the case. Gum disease can cause major, irreversible damage to your mouth, and is also... read more »
There are many things that can cause stains to develop in the enamel of the teeth in your smile. Stain enamel can be caused by the natural processes of aging, tobacco use of simply enjoying dark food and drinks, on a regular basis. How deeply the stains penetrate the enamel of your teeth will determine the particular whitening product and... read more »