Gingivitis/Gum Disease
Thursday, 05 January 2012
By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Gingivitis/Gum Disease Periodontal disease refers to the breakdown and infection of the tooth’s structure, including the surrounding bone and gums. Your child’s natural response to the bacterial infection also influences the periodontal disease. Prevention is the key because periodontal disease can later cause gum
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Cavities and Tooth Decay
Thursday, 05 January 2012
By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Cavities and Tooth Decay The term “caries” is the more commonly know disease called tooth decay. The disease caries is the result of the destruction of the enamel, dentin, or cementum of the tooth due to the long-term exposure to noxious bacteria. Many diseases
Cavities: Causes and Prevention
Wednesday, 04 January 2012
By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist What Are Cavities? The food you eat meets bacteria and germs in your mouth. These two things can lead to plaque buildup. I may have talked to you about plaque. Plaque is bacteria or sticky film. Plaque, also known as bacteria, enjoys starches and
Bad Breath
Wednesday, 04 January 2012
By: J. Shahangian, DDS, MS- San Diego Board Certified Pediatric Dentist What Causes Bad Breath? Food break down in your body usually is the cause for bad breath. When you metabolize your food, there are odors that are produced that travel to your mouth, bloodstream, and pass through your lungs. Doing mouth washes, brushing, and