One concern many people can have about aging is the possibility that they will suffer tooth loss. While you may be worried that you will face this problem when you are older, you may not be aware of what issues can increase your risk. The main reason people will lose teeth as adults is because […]
Category: Gum Disease and Health
Oral-Systemic Health – Gum Disease and Respiratory Troubles
Left untreated, gum disease has serious consequences, not the least of which is the destruction of your gums and jawbone. In fact, the extensive damage of unchecked gum disease makes it the number one cause of adult tooth loss in the United States today. Nevertheless, tooth loss and the diminished confidence of a gapped smile […]
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How To Keep Your Gums Healthy
Keeping your gums healthy is not only important for your teeth, it is important for your overall health. Research shows that gum disease can contribute to many other systemic diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and dementia. It is usually not difficult to keep your gums healthy. Gum health can be maintained […]
Prevent Gum Disease with Effective Home Care
The best way to prevent gum disease is with preventive care, which includes both trips to see us for cleanings and checkups, as well as your own home care. Becoming lax in either of these areas can quickly leave your smile much more vulnerable to inflammation and infection. Because periodontal disease is so simple to […]
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What is Causing My Annoying Canker Sores?
We have all experienced the nuisance of troublesome canker sores. Canker sores are small lesions that develop inside the mouth or at the base of the gums that are not contagious. They differ from cold sores because they do not appear on the lips, but they can interfere with comfortable eating and speaking. At your […]
New Study: Oral Health Tied to Cardiovascular Disease
We are constantly bombarded with statistics and new information on how to improve our heart health and reduce our risk of heart attack or stroke. We hear numbers about LDL and HDL and how to eat healthy. A recent study from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has found an association between dental health and […]
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Q and A: Gum Disease and Men’s Health
Most adults experience bleeding, painful gums at some point in their life. However, many of us do not realize the seriousness of gum disease. Gum disease is inflammation and infection of the ligaments and bones that support teeth. If left untreated, it can cause bone loss. As we approach Father’s Day, your Rochester dentists, Dr. […]
A Link Between Dental & Mental Health?
The impact that your dental health can have on your overall wellbeing and quality of life is not only well-known, it’s also the subject of extensive studies by experts from across the world. For instance, Professor Gary Slade from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his team of colleagues recently sought to […]
Do you Have Questions About Family Dentistry?
Finding the right dentist for your family can be intimidating. After all, a quick Google search inundates you will a myriad of options. Thankfully, you don’t need to look any further than Dr. Calcagno. Your Rochester family dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, offers the latest in quality dental care for the entire family. […]
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Take Our Gum Disease Quiz
Gum disease is one of the most common health problems in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 50% of Americans over the age of 30 suffer from periodontal disease; more than 70% of Americans over age 65 have the condition. Despite the widespread occurrence of gum disease, however, […]
