The Real Cost of Tooth and Gum Disease

Most people know that maintaining oral health is vital in achieving overall health.  Studies continue to reveal why we should pay close attention to the health of our teeth and gums.  This research proves the link between periodontal disease and these common diseases: Heart Disease: The incidence of heart disease is about twice as high in [...]

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Biting Down on Gum and Heart Disease

Back when my father and grandfather were both general dentists, they taught me that the goal of dentistry was to keep the teeth for life. That is a goal that has now broadened to include controlling tooth and gum disease to prevent complications all over the body. My grandfather spent most of his career extracting [...]

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House Call - Tooth Loss

This week we speak with Dr. Kitsie Hendrix about tooth loss. Question: What causes tooth loss? Answer: The majority of tooth loss, which is suffered by 9 out of 10 people, is caused  by bone loss from unchecked gum disease.  Bacteria from gum disease can cause the attachment between the tooth and bone to weaken and form an [...]

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Don’t Be Embarrassed By Missing Teeth

Kitsie Hendrix D.D.S. The first thing most people notice about others is their smile. That is perhaps the greatest reason dental care is so important. What you may not know, however, is that even if you do everything right, you can still develop periodontal disease—the primary reason for adult tooth loss.

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Shedding Light on Gum Disease

Kitsie Hendrix DDS Poor dental care leads to more problems than just a toothless smile. Consider these facts: Most people are not aware that untreated gum disease puts them at 10 times the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Statistics show that 69 percent of adults ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one [...]

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