Having a healthy smile isn’t just about protecting teeth from decay but also keeping your gums in good shape. If you fail to take good care of your gums, you may develop periodontal disease, which can cause swelling, pain, bad breath, receding gums, and other issues. Maegan Elam, DDS & Associates in Bedford, Texas, understands […]
Gum health is essential to strong, healthy teeth. Inflamed, bleeding, or irritated gums are not only painful, but they can also weaken tooth support, putting you at risk of losing natural teeth. If you’re experiencing problems with gum pain or swelling, it’s essential to seek treatment before your condition worsens. At the office of Maegan Elam, […]
If you have a healthy smile, you rarely think about your gums. Healthy gums snugly fit over your teeth and don’t cause pain or discomfort. However, when the distance between the teeth and gingival tissues starts widening, this could be a sign of gum disease. These spaces are periodontal pockets, which can cause tooth loss […]
Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums that can lead to tooth loss. This infection can cause a host of issues within the smile and throughout the body. The infection that causes periodontal disease, also referred to as gum disease, can result in some serious problems. Not only can it cause the loss of […]