Plaque is a sticky, colorless deposit of bacteria that is constantly forming on the tooth surface. Saliva, food and fluids combine to produce these deposits that collect where the teeth and gums meet. Plaque buildup is the primary factor in periodontal (gum) disease, including gingivitis.
How to Get Rid of Plaque
To help prevent plaque buildup, be sure to brush your teeth at least twice a day with an anti-plaque toothpaste such as Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste for around the clock protection against plaque buildup, and floss once a day.
Adding a mouth rinse such as Crest Pro-Health Multi-Protection Rinse to your routine can help against plaque buildup, without the burning sensation of alcohol. Eating well-balanced meals and brushing after snacks will reduce the formation of plaque. Visit your dental office regularly for oral exams and cleanings, during which your dental professional will scrape away any accumulated plaque with a special instrument.
Above article from: Crest.com
Palos Hills Dental
Anthony Tisoncik, DDS
9700 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-2929
HickoryHillsDental.com
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If
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Palos Hills Dental
Anthony Tisoncik, DDS
9700 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-2929
HickoryHillsDental.com
Tartar is a deposit that forms when plaque hardens on the tooth. Individuals vary greatly in their susceptibility to tartar buildup. For many, these deposits build up faster with age. Tartar is easily noticeable because of its yellow or brown color on teeth.
What Causes Tartar Buildup
When plaque accumulates and is not removed from teeth, it can harden and turn into tartar. Because tartar buildup bonds strongly to enamel, it can only be removed by a dental professional.
Help Prevent Tartar Buildup
While tartar can only be removed by a dental professional, you can avoid tartar buildup by removing plaque. To help prevent tartar, be sure to brush your teeth at least twice daily, preferably with a tartar-control fluoride toothpaste like many from Crest, and floss once a day with a product like GlideÆ. And visit your dental office regularly for oral exams and cleanings.
Above article from: Crest.com
Palos Hills Dental
Anthony Tisoncik, DDS
9700 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-2929
HickoryHillsDental.com
Our
Care for Our Seniors
Teeth change over time, just as our bodies do. Over the
years, teeth may become stained from tobacco, coffee,
tea or red wine. Plaque may build up, leading to serious
health problems from infected gums. If certain
medications are taken, the flow of saliva can be
reduced. Fillings crack or weaken over time. We can help
to prevent these problems with regular checkups. Good
daily hygiene and nutrition are also important to
maintain or prevent tooth decay or loss. We always
advise our patients that if gums become red or start to
bleed and/or teeth begin to loosen, to please contact us
at your earliest convenience.
Palos Hills Dental
Anthony Tisoncik, DDS
9700 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-2929
HickoryHillsDental.com
We Value Your Time
We know how busy your daily schedule is, and our services and programs use the latest technologies to save you time and effort. We make your visits as pleasant as possible with many ways to make it easy and affordable for your entire family to have the care they need.
- Sedation Dentistry: It may be convenient for you to have more work completed in one appointment with sedation dentistry. If you have anxieties about dental work, you will be totally relaxed and comfortable in the dental chair with sedation dentistry.
- We Care for Your Whole Family: Your kids will love us – no kidding! We focus on the unique care that each family member requires, whether it is your three-year-old or your grandparents.
- Convenient Hours For Our Patients: We offer you early morning, evening, and Saturday appointments to suit your busy schedule.
- We Are Here for Your Emergency: No one wants a dental emergency, but when it happens, we will be able to treat you the same day to ease your pain.
- Conveniently Located: We are located on South Roberts Road, near Interstate 294.
- A Nice Extra: We provide wi-fi internet to keep you connected during your visit.
- New Patient Forms: You can fill them out at home before your appointment. This ensures you will have all the necessary information included.
- A Range of Financial Options: There are multiple ways to finance your dental care. If you have insurance, we will file for you and make sure you receive maximum benefits. For your payment, we accept most credit cards and have an interest-free payment plan.
Palos Hills Dental
Anthony Tisoncik, DDS
9700 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-2929
HickoryHillsDental.com
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Oral cancer takes the life of an American every hour. It
is a staggering fact that this rate has not changed for
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if treated in the early stages. Dr. Tisoncik is very
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Palos Hills Dental
Anthony Tisoncik, DDS
9700 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-2929
HickoryHillsDental.com
What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums that can progress to affect the bone that surrounds and supports your teeth. It is caused by the bacteria in plaque, a sticky, colorless film that constantly forms on your teeth. If not removed through daily brushing and flossing, plaque can build up and the bacteria infect not only your gums and teeth, but eventually the gum tissue and bone that support the teeth. This can cause them to become loose, fall out or have to be removed by a dentist.
There are three stages of gum disease:
- Gingivitis: this is the earliest stage of gum disease, an inflammation of the gums caused by plaque buildup at the gumline. If daily brushing and flossing do not remove the plaque, it produces toxins (poisons) that can irritate the gum tissue, causing gingivitis. You may notice some bleeding during brushing and flossing. At this early stage in gum disease, damage can be reversed, since the bone and connective tissue that hold the teeth in place are not yet affected.
- Periodontitis: at this stage, the supporting bone and fibers that hold your teeth in place are irreversibly damaged. Your gums may begin to form a pocket below the gumline, which traps food and plaque. Proper dental treatment and improved home care can usually help prevent further damage.
- Advanced Periodontitis: in this final stage of gum disease, the fibers and bone supporting your teeth are destroyed, which can cause your teeth to shift or loosen. This can affect your bite and, if aggressive treatment can't save them, teeth may need to be removed.
Read the rest of the article at Colgate.com to learn more about how to know if you have gum disease and how gum disease is treated.
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Palos Hills Dental
Anthony Tisoncik, DDS
9700 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-2929
HickoryHillsDental.com
