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Can Your Toothpaste Give You Healthier Gums?
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.
Toothpaste ads are usually all about the teeth. Cavity-fighting benefits. Whiter smiles. Reducing tooth sensitivity. But lately, we’re also hearing a lot about toothpastes which are formulated to clean, renew,
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Diabetes and Dental Care
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.
Diabetes is a disease that affects the health of the entire body, including, of course, your mouth, gums, and teeth. We are trained to look for issues that might arise
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What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.
People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that
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Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.
At Pinole Periodontics & Dental Implants, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the PINOLE,
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My gums are inflamed. What can I do?
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.
Inflamed gums are a fairly common dental issue, but unfortunately, many people don't take the problem seriously enough. If you ignore inflamed gums and continue your usual routine, you could
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Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not
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Seven Foods that will Give You a Smashing Smile
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.
As the saying goes, you are what you eat. But did you know that what you eat also affects your smile? Chow down on these seven tasty treats, recommended by
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I have halitosis. What can I do?
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.
Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” the doctor and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few:
Gum disease
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Forget Something? It’s on the Tip of Your Tongue!
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.
Let’s see…
Toothbrush? Check.
Fluoride toothpaste? Check.
Floss? Check.
Two minutes of thorough brushing? Check.
Careful cleaning around your brackets and wires? Check.
Wait… there’s something else… it’s right on the tip of your…
Ah! Your tongue!
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Restoring Your Smile and Dental Health with Bone Grafting
posted: Oct. 10, 2023.
For those of our patients who suffer from periodontal (gum) disease or those who have experienced moderate to severe tooth bone loss, the doctor may suggest you undergo a procedure
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What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Pinole
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What's in toothpaste and how does it work?
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.
the doctor and our team recommend that you brush your teeth two to three times a day, for at least two minutes each time. But have you ever wondered what’s
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Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.
Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority
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The Most Common Causes of Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.
Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, it's possible that you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum disease -- or
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Is periodontal disease genetic?
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.
One of the most enjoyable parts of looking at family pictures is finding resemblances. You have your father’s brown eyes and your grandmother’s curly hair. You’ve got your aunt’s basketball
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Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last
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