Glamm Dentistry, DDS Blog

Gum disease has to be one of the most misunderstood oral health conditions, which is unfortunate because it’s also one of the most common. If more people had an understanding of what gum disease is, and how to deal with it, it might go a long way toward promoting people’s oral health in general.

If you want to know more about this condition, here are some of the most common myths about gum disease, and why they aren’t necessarily true.

As the new year approaches, it can be tempting to make a resolution that is a little too ambitious. It’s definitely a good thing to want to make a positive change, but a radically new diet or an incredibly intense gym routine can be difficult to stick to. Instead of shooting for the moon, it might be better instead to do something important, but achievable.

Flossing is one of the best things you can do to prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and unsightly plaque buildup. However, many people have trouble committing to a flossing habit. If you want to try sticking with flossing in the new year, here are a few tips that might help.