Your gums play a vital role in protecting your teeth and supporting your overall oral health. When periodontal disease develops, it can gradually affect the health of your gums and the structures beneath them. At Drs of Smiles in Mesa, AZ, Dr. Glenn LeSueur builds on the legacy of Drs. Scott LeSueur and Charles Dodaro provide compassionate, advanced dental care to […]
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At Drs of Smiles, we understand that every patient’s needs are unique. That’s why we offer personalized care plans to help prevent and treat periodontal disease. Located in Mesa, AZ, our experienced team is dedicated to providing advanced, patient-focused dental care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. What Is Periodontal Disease and Why Does It Occur? Periodontal disease develops
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Conditions like periodontal disease require appropriate care to help in treating the problem and reversing the damage that has occurred—when possible. Drs. Scott LeSueur, Glenn LeSueur, and Charles Dodaro of Drs of Smiles Gentle Family Dentistry encourage patients with the early or late stages of periodontal disease to speak to them about their needs. Periodontal
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When you’re brushing your teeth, do you notice bleeding when you spit out your toothpaste? Are your gums red and inflamed? If you are dealing with these changes in your smile, it is important that you do not ignore them. Bleeding gums is not normal and should be addressed with a dental professional as soon
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The gums from the teeth, and are part of a healthy, beautiful smile. However, many patients in the area of Mesa, Arizona will schedule an appointment with our dental team at Drs. of Smiles Gentle Family Dentistry and ask about ways to keep the gums clean and healthy. Below are several recommendations and tips from
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Just like the frame of a picture enhances its appearance, the gums of the smile do the same for the teeth. When the soft tissues surrounding the teeth are unevenly shaped, too large or small, or not effectively proportioned with the smile, it can make a negative impact. Some patients end up with a smile
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For decades, doctors have been talking about the potential connection between heart health and oral health. And it appears that heart disease and poor oral health do have a relationship. But how? The biggest reason is inflammation. When you don’t care for your mouth and teeth properly, you’re setting yourself up for sore, swollen gums.
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Smokers are 50% more likely to develop periodontal disease, even when they maintain a rigorous oral hygiene routine. This is because the chemicals in cigarette smoke attack healthy tissue both externally, through contact, and internally, through the blood stream. Unfortunately, it is this second form of attack that increases the risk of periodontal disease even
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What is plaque? Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that develops on your teeth and gums. Over time, the bacteria in this plaque can produce acid and eat through your tooth enamel which leads to dental cavities. If you do not diligently maintain good dental hygiene practices and visit our Mesa dental office twice a year for
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