What do you know about gum disease? Do you know what you can do to prevent the problem, or what could cause your gum disease? Similarly, have you heard that there are actually three stages of gum disease? Finally, do you know which of these stages can be reversed, or what you can do to reverse gum disease in each... read more »
At Fox River Periodontics, PC located in Geneva Illinois, Dr. Kamy Noruzi and our team want you to know how important oral care is for your gum health. Because your gums support your pearly whites, you will want to keep them in tip-top shape! Following are some things you can do to prevent bleeding gums: – Limit your consumption of sugar... read more »
If you’re missing teeth, you may not see it as that big of a deal. Sure, it might affect the way you look in pictures, but that’s it right? The opposite is in fact true. Missing teeth can cause serious health issues, change the way your face looks, cause bone loss, and even invite infection into your gums. Those are... read more »
It’s estimated by the American Dental Association that 47% of adults over 30 years of age, have some degree of gum disease. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control also report that 64% of people over age 65 have moderate to severe gum disease. Hardened tartar at the gum line is the primary cause of gum disease. However other risk factors,... read more »
If you’re about to improve your oral health with a bone grafting treatment in Geneva, Illinois, then it’s time to do your research and find out a little more about the different types of bone grafts available. To give you the information you need, our Fox River Periodontics, PC team is happy to tell you all about these four different... read more »
It might surprise you to learn that nearly half of Americans over 30--47%--have an advanced stage of gum disease known as periodontitis. That number climbs to 70% in older populations. Why is gum disease so common, and how can you keep yourself from getting it? Gum disease is the result of infection by bacteria in the mouth. Initially, gums experience... read more »
Each one of your teeth is made up of multiple layers. Each one of these layers has its own unique set of characteristics and function that works together to give you a fully functioning tooth. The enamel is the outermost layer of a tooth. Enamel is composed from a dense mineral crystal structure that gives your teeth the ability to... read more »
When you think about improving the appearance of your smile, you probably think about the varied treatments available through cosmetic dentistry. And while there are many things you can do to whiten, shape, and straiten your teeth, periodontal treatments also have an impact on your smile. One common treatment used to brighten smiles is cosmetic gum shaping. Gum shaping, also... read more »
It’s not uncommon to have a few existing teeth extracted before your dentist at Fox River Periodontics, PC can fit you for your new set of dentures. There are a few aftercare tips to keep in mind for speedy recovery after multiple extractions. Sometimes a multiple extraction procedure calls for you to be deeply sedated. If so, you will need... read more »
Your health is impacted by your oral health as much as your teeth and gums are. The American Dental Association has found that individuals with serious gum disease were 40% more likely to have a chronic health condition too. When bacteria in the mouth builds up and causes infection, your immune system goes on the attack to fight the infection,... read more »