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What is Gum disease and its types ?

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Gum disease Gum disease is an infection of the gums, usually caused by bacterial contamination. It can become a serious infection known as periodontitis. Gingivitis and periodontitis are common causes of tooth loss in adults. Gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky clingy of bacteria that is continually forming on your teeth. Gingivitis It is the mildest form of periodontal disease . It causes the gums to  become swollen, red and bleed easily. There is no discomfort at this  stage. It is often caused by inadequate oral hygiene. Gingivitis is reversible  with professional treatment. Some factors that may contribute to  gingivitis problem include smoking, aging, diabetes, genetic  predisposition, systemic diseases. Periodontitis It is a serious gum infection that harms the soft tissue and destroys the bone that supports your teeth. Periodontitis can make teeth loosen. Toxins produced by the bacteria in the plaque irritate the gums. T...

Know about the dental implant and its risks.

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Dental implant First of all, let’s understand what are dental implants? Implant Dentists Austin are utilized the implant to replace the natural tooth in case of tooth loss. Dental implants can replace single or multiple teeth depending on the state of the patient. The implants are perfect to replace lost teeth due to accidents or any other type of disease. Dental implant is a titanium fixture that is inserted into the jaw bone in place of the root of the old tooth and then an artificial tooth is erected over the implant. Basically, this is a technique for building an entirely new tooth with roots like a natural tooth. Now the question arises, why Titanium? Titanium is a special metal that is biocompatible, it means it can be accepted by our body and over the time our jaw bone fuses with it making the implant feel like a natural tooth. Who can have dental implants? Normally, anyone healthy enough to undergo teeth extraction can go for dental implants. Dental speciali...

How the teeth whitening performed in Austin ?

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                    South Austin Dentistry Teeth Whitening  In South Austin, w hitening is a popular cosmetic dental procedure because it removes stains and discoloration from the teeth. It is a very popular procedure nowadays because it maintains the teeth brighter. The best way to begin any teeth-whitening plan is to schedule a meeting and ask your dentist regarding the differences between in-office professional whitening and at-home Bleaching. There are two types of teeth whitening. Vital and Non-Vital teeth whitening. Vital Whitening The most common form of vital tooth whitening uses a gel that's applied on to the tooth surface. Current products used for vital bleaching are hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. Tooth whitening can be done in the dental specialist office or at home.  In-office bleaching can be provided to patients as either a one-visit, 30- or 90-minutes treatment A special light i...