Month: October 2023

Combat Periodontal Disease with Ozone Therapy

Dr. Kania what periodontal disease might look like

If you have periodontal disease, your dental provider may have suggested that you receive ozone therapy. This is a holistic treatment option that involves administering ozone- a component of oxygen- to your mouth for therapeutic reasons. At Saxony Dental Arts Center in Encinitas, CA, we offer this as a way to fight against periodontal disease…. Read more »

Replacing A Missing Tooth With An Implant

San Diego, CA, Dental Implant

If you are dealing with tooth loss, you may suffer from a gum infection. By getting this disease under control, you can enjoy a prosthetic implant that restores your full smile. While gum disease is the leading cause of missing teeth among adults today, restoring your smile can slow the progression of the disease by… Read more »

Receding Gums Can Indicate An Infection

San Diego, CA, Periodontal Disease

Certain signs of gum disease are easier to see than others. For instance, bleeding whenever you brush or floss necessitates a quick trip to the dentist. However other effects can progress more gradually. If you notice your gum line traveling over time, it could also be due to an infection. When this happens, let your… Read more »

Your Gums Play A Pivotal Role In Your Oral Health

Gum Health Encinitas, CA

If you have started to notice a change in your gumline, it is a good sign that you should meet with a trusted dental provider to determine your next steps. This could be an indication that you have started to develop a condition known as periodontal disease, where your gum tissue becomes at risk due… Read more »

Restoring Your Smile With A Dental Implant

San Diego, CA, Dental Implants

If you have lost one or more teeth to gum disease, you could develop severe problems with your oral health and smile. Tooth loss contributes to degradation of the jawbone and can rapidly age your appearance. This means that by exploring a replacement option that restores your smile, you can regain stability and preserve your… Read more »

Reasons to Quit Smoking

encinitas quit smoking

Do you smoke cigarettes, use smokeless tobacco, or vape? If so, then you could be exposing your smile to a number of harmful chemicals, and increasing your risk of disease or cancer. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about why you should quit smoking!

How Hygiene Impacts Your Gum Health

encinitas oral hygiene

Keeping our gums healthy and strong not only protects the appearance of your smile but also the overall health and function too. As periodontal disease could lead to recession and even tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Encinitas and San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about oral hygiene and periodontal health.

How Periodontal Disease Causes Tooth Loss

encinitas gum disease and tooth loss

When we think about the impact of gum disease, we may picture teeth that appear longer, sore and red gums, and bleeding in the gingival tissues. But if you don’t seek treatment, then the advanced stage of the disease could develop, which is connected to tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist… Read more »