The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a strong foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to constantly generate new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When a […]
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At Vitangeli Dental, we can help you with this painful […]
Gently Now – Protect Your Gums When You Brush
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only dilemma with that is many people brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gum recession. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth root. It […]
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Hello friends of Vitangeli Dental! In today’s post, we will talk about jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain strong and vital, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure that extends into the surrounding bone material. As […]
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us occasionally skip this required habit. Studies show that around 68% of individuals report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the regular flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and lead to expensive dental work in […]
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can affect the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid […]
