My Blog - Petra I. Mayer DDS | Female Periodontist Albuquerque, NM

Do I Need a Tooth Extraction?
posted: Sep. 13, 2021.

Your periodontist, Dr. Petra Mayer, performs tooth extractions for patients with damaged teeth. Sometimes when a tooth is damaged, it's best for the health of your mouth to remove it Read more
September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

Can you believe it's already September? At Petra I Mayer DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize Read more
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read more
Safety of Dental X-Ray Radiation
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Albuquerque, New Mexico office for checkups and necessary dental Read more
Some General Rules for General Anesthesia
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

If you have periodontal surgery scheduled at our Albuquerque, New Mexico office, you have many options for your choice of anesthesia. After all, the doctor and our team are trained Read more
How Often Should You Have Your Teeth Cleaned?
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there! Why Read more
Find Out how Your Diet can Cause Cavities
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. the doctor and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth Read more
Clean Toothbrush/Healthy Toothbrush
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

We’ve all learned a lot about keeping healthy lately. Thorough hand washing, disinfecting cell phones and keyboards, wiping down shopping carts and door handles—all these low-maintenance cleaning habits can have Read more
How a Periodontist Can Help You
posted: Jul. 22, 2021.

Your periodontist in Albuquerque, NM, can improve your smile A healthy, attractive smile isn’t just about your teeth. It’s also about your gums, and the ligaments, fibers, and bone that hold Read more
How a Periodontist Can Help You
posted: Jul. 22, 2021.

Your periodontist in Albuquerque, NM, can improve your smile A healthy, attractive smile isn’t just about your teeth. It’s also about your gums, and the ligaments, fibers, and bone that hold Read more
Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more
Crushing the Ice-Chewing Habit
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read more
In the Pink
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more
Diabetes and Dental Care
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

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 Read more
The Consequences of Sports and Energy Drinks
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

They’re refreshing and tasty. They’re easy to find and pretty cheap. They help us get through a long day or a long workout. They’re everywhere. We know it’s hard to say Read more