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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
Dental Implants Can Restore Your Smile
posted: May 14, 2021.

Are you interested in getting dental implants? Missing teeth were never something that you thought you would have to deal with and yet, a surprising number of adults, even young adults, Read more
Dental Implants Can Restore Your Smile
posted: May 14, 2021.

Are you interested in getting dental implants? Missing teeth were never something that you thought you would have to deal with and yet, a surprising number of adults, even young adults, Read more
Understanding the Tooth Extraction Procedure
posted: Mar. 11, 2021.

If your tooth cannot be repaired with a crown or filling, tooth extraction might be necessary to maintain your mouth's health. Tooth extractions are performed to remove diseased, damaged, or Read more
Understanding the Tooth Extraction Procedure
posted: Mar. 11, 2021.

If your tooth cannot be repaired with a crown or filling, tooth extraction might be necessary to maintain your mouth's health. Tooth extractions are performed to remove diseased, damaged, or Read more
Reversing the Effects of Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 31, 2020.

Periodontal disease, likewise commonly referred to as gum disease, is a persistent infection that could cause a variety of health issues such as mild inflammation to very serious gum damage, Read more
Reversing the Effects of Gum Disease
posted: Dec. 31, 2020.

Periodontal disease, likewise commonly referred to as gum disease, is a persistent infection that could cause a variety of health issues such as mild inflammation to very serious gum damage, Read more
Signs of Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 06, 2020.

Gum disease occurs when gum tissue becomes infected. Symptoms include red or swollen gums that bleed easily when brushing. Left untreated, the infection that causes gum disease can spread to Read more
Signs of Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 06, 2020.

Gum disease occurs when gum tissue becomes infected. Symptoms include red or swollen gums that bleed easily when brushing. Left untreated, the infection that causes gum disease can spread to Read more