Category Archives: Periodontal Disease

Link Between Periodontal Disease and Diabetes

Did you know diabetes and gum disease go hand in hand as most diabetic patients have periodontal disease?  It’s a sad thing but it’s the truth.  The exact reasons are unknown but blood sugar level could be a key determinant … Continue reading

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What Saliva Can Tell Our Dentists!

Since human saliva carries DNA, this has shown to be helpful for dentists to run certain diagnostics.  Saliva contains bacteria and proteins that can be tested.  This is a relief and revelation for those of us who don’t like needles … Continue reading

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Periodontal Disease State of the Art Solution

Georgetown Smile uses the latest in state-of-the-art laser treatment to treat periodontal disease.  Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth. In the latest technology, tartar associated with inflammation and can cause bleeding gums, is removed from … Continue reading

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