A group of researchers may have found a link between gum disease and lung cancer. With this additional research and evidence, it has been found that individuals who have periodontal disease have a 1.24-fold increase in developing lung cancer at some point. In this...
Did you know that almost 50 percent of resident Americans in the United States suffer from gum related problems after the age of 30? That’s an alarming 1 out of 2 people. Thankfully, Marlton periodontists, as well as national periodontal experts and specialists have...
It’s estimated that roughly 50% of adults in the United States have mild, moderate or severe periodontitis, also known more commonly as gum disease. This is more prevalent than many people think. In adults 65 years and older, those rates jumped to about 70%. The most...
Root canals are not meant to be painful, and they may cause a little soreness or discomfort. You have to hold your mouth open for a decently long amount of time and they are removing nerves, but overall, it is more tiring than painful. Root canals remove the decay,...
What is a Periodontist? Whenever you experience any problems with your gums, like bleeding or sensitivity, consider seeing a periodontist. A periodontist is a dental professional who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases that affect the...
What are dental braces? Braces refer to removable or fixed orthodontic appliances normally used to correct various teeth defects such as alignment of the bite and teeth. Dental braces can either be placed on the lower side, upper side or both sides based on the type...
