Gum disease is a serious threat to your oral health. That is why it is important to recognize the symptoms of gum disease like bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, loose teeth, and other indicators. Understanding the causes of your gum disease may help you reverse the condition and get your smile back on a healthy track. Our team here at... read more »
Everyone wants a healthy, sparkling, beautiful smile, right? But not as many people are willing to make the commitment it takes to get such a smile. It’s a process that involves some work on your part, as well as remembering a few simple things every day. Let’s look at what Dr. Christopher M. Spelman here at Orlando Family Dentistry, LLC... read more »
The acid in your mouth makes you prone to enamel decay, tooth sensitivity, cavities and tooth loss. This is because plaque and calculus--which forms on your teeth around the gum line--can lead to gum disease, loose teeth and eventual tooth loss, bad breath, pain and swelling in the gums, and bleeding gums. In fact, gum disease is the leading cause... read more »
Are you pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant? If so, you’re probably expecting a number of changes, but did you know that your teeth may change as much as your body. Similarly, had you heard that it’s vital for you to protect your oral health in order to protect the health of your baby? During pregnancy, your body releases many... read more »
Oral bacteria which is not removed daily with a good brushing and flossing routine can lead to inflammation of the gum tissue--or gingivitis. If this bacteria is left in the mouth, it creates toxins that irritate sensitive gum tissue, which you might notice because it can cause your gums to swell and bleed when you brush and floss. You can... read more »
The mouth is a fascinating work of anatomy. It is home to teeth and gums, tongue and throat bacteria! Lots and lots of bacteria. For the average adult, anywhere from 100 to 200 species of bacteria may live in your mouth. And even those who take good care of their teeth, will likely have 1,000 to 100,000 bacteria on every tooth surface! Many... read more »
As you eat your favorite Christmas treats and foods, it’s very important that you take proper care of your smile. If you don’t, your smile will suffer serious consequences, and you don’t want that this holiday season! So, to help you prevent dental issues and care for your smile, we recommend doing the following things this Christmas: No. 1: Eat... read more »
You know that you should visit your dentist to have a checkup. You’ve probably heard that it’s important to visit your dentist every six months. While that’s true, it’s also very important that you take care of your teeth at home—either with traditional tools or powered ones. For many people, powered and manual options tend to work about as well,... read more »
Are you wiser than your wisdom teeth? Check out your dental knowledge with the quiz below. Sugar causes tooth decay. Plaque acid causes tooth decay, though plaque does produce this acid using sugar. Fluoride occurs naturally in water. Fluoride is a mineral which has varying levels in natural water supplies. We add more fluoride to most public water systems to... read more »
