Oral Health & Wellness

Many adults have root canals every day. But what if those procedures may be resulting in long-term health issues down the road? According to a research, many of them are. In particular, the research points that often the bacteria that leads to the original root canal often remains even after the procedure - which can result in nasty complications later. As a result, may dentists no longer perform root canals therapy anymore. While the American Dental Association continues to say root canals are safe, but this still remains a topic of debate. It is believed that, the patient should alway be informed that the treated tooth may still remain infected and the post Root Canal Teeth complications  may arise in the future as the bacteria can indeed travel to other sites in the body, and that bacteria in root canal teeth and the surrounding bone release potent toxins, then the patient can decide to have a root canal or not. According to the ADA, any remaining bacter...

What Are the Effects of Nicotine on Gum Health? Studies have shown that nicotine — whether delivered via traditional cigarette or other means — does harm to the mouth, gums and tongue. A report published in the Journal of the Indian Society of Periodontology has stated that nicotine may contribute significantly to the development of gingivitis and periodontitis, which can cause bad breath and inflammation throughout the body. Here’s how nicotine can impact your oral health: Nicotine Causes Gum Recession Nicotine is a vaso-constrictor, meaning it reduces the amount of blood that can flow through your veins. Without sufficient blood flow, the gums do not get the oxygen and nutrients they need to stay healthy. Nicotine chokes tissues in the mouth from the blood it needs to survive, causing death of the gum tissues. Nicotine Masks Symptoms of Gum Disease “Almost two years vaping and my gum disease has dramatically improved.” “I just got back ...