Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with fluoridated…
Gum Disease
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until it’s been diagosed. Fortunately, it is a treatable condition. Periodontal disease, more commonly called gum disease, is an inflammation or infection of…
Swollen Gums?
If your gums are red and swollen it could be a sign of gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease. Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, but it is treatable at Rotem Dental Care in Toms River. Gum disease is progressive. Gingivitis develops when plaque is not adequately removed from your teeth. You…
Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease
Categories: Dental health, Gum Disease
Here is some essential news from Rotem Dental Care in Toms River, for anyone who cares about their dental health: gum disease is a principal cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is associated with heart disease. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is found in the early stages.…
Danger Zone! Five Signs of Gum Disease
Categories: General dentistry, Gum Disease
The older you are, the more at risk you are of coming down with gum disease. But even among young and middle-age adults, gum disease is a primary cause of tooth loss. Rotem Dental Care in Toms River reminds you that an ounce of prevention of worth a pound of cure. Good oral hygiene can…
Prevent Gum Disease in Toms River
Gum disease: whether you live in Toms River or elsewhere, the very words are frightening. But knowledge is power, so learning about what gum disease is, and what can be done about it, can ease the fear. In its mildest form, gum disease is called gingivitis. Only the gums are infected. Left untreated, gingivitis can…
A New Reason To Eat More Fish
Categories: Gum Disease
Hello Toms River dental blog visitors, welcome to the Rotem Dental Care blog. I am Dr. Ronen Rotem. I came across an interesting dental article on the Web MD Health News site the other day. The article is entitled ‘Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease.’ Author Jennifer Warner explains that a recent study links diets…
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
Categories: Gum Disease
At Rotem Dental Care, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth, but also with how it impacts your complete physical health and general well-being. Today’s post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to Toms River residents with diabetes as well individuals who are…
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