Tag: Periodontitis

Periodontal Disease: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly

There’s nothing good about periodontal disease. Not only does it wreak havoc on teeth and gums, but it also looks — and smells — bad. However serious periodontal disease (sometimes called ‘periodontitis’) is, it’s a fairly common condition that you can manage with a good treatment plan. Let’s talk about periodontal disease, how it affects your health, and what periodontal […]

Gum Disease 101: Understanding the Difference Between Gingivitis & Periodontitis

Category: Collingwood Dental Tips

If you’ve seen a toothpaste or mouthwash ad on TV, you’re probably familiar with how these products ‘protect against gum disease and gingivitis’. But to the ears of a dentist — who cannot show his face on TV — this (admittedly catchy) tagline sounds about as repetitive as a doctor saying that a ‘mask protects against coronavirus and COVID-19’. While […]