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How to Avoid Periodontal Disease
posted: Mar. 03, 2022.
The Most Common Causes of Gum Disease Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
March is National Nutrition Month!
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly
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Best Ways to Prevent Bad Breath
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.
Nobody likes bad breath, and although it can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have it, it is always better to practice good oral health than risk having a
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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Be Good to Your Gums
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
You brush and floss thoroughly twice a day. You have regular checkups. Everything seems fine on the periodontal radar. Sometimes, however, even healthy gums can become sensitive and irritated. Is
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Electric Toothbrushes vs. Regular Toothbrushes
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.
Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even
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What Makes a Periodontist Different from a General Dentist?
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.
Your regular dentist is a lot like your regular doctor. You see them both frequently for checkups and advice on maintaining your health. Your dentist is the one to visit
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start,
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What exactly is periodontal disease?
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Pinole Periodontics & Dental Implants wants you to know that this common ailment
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Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments
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What Is The Pinhole Surgical Technique?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
If your gums are red, inflamed, and receding, you may have periodontal disease. Gum disease can impact the health of your whole mouth, and swift treatment is necessary to prevent Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What Is The Pinhole Surgical Technique?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
If your gums are red, inflamed, and receding, you may have periodontal disease. Gum disease can impact the health of your whole mouth, and swift treatment is necessary to prevent Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth
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