November 17th is the 36th annual Great American Smokeout, a holiday created to help smokers quit. The American Cancer Society sponsors rallies, meetings, and educational events across the country; the Smokeout website features quitting aids like smoking cost calculators and desktop widgets. Quitting smoking is beneficial to your overall well-being, your wallet, and your oral […]
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Have you noticed that your gums look a little more red or puffy lately? Even if you believe you have healthy teeth and gums, swollen gums require a trip to the dentist. […]
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If you’re diabetic, it’s even more important for you to be in good oral health. Gum disease affects 80 percent of American adults, and you may not know you have it. Gum disease, clinically known as periodontal disease, is a bacterial infection of the mouth. In the early stages, symptoms may not be noticeable. However, […]
The best thing you can do to protect your teeth is to visit your dentist regularly. At Lake Orion Family Dentistry, Dr. Brad Greenfield will screen your mouth for signs of decay and infection at every dental checkup and cleaning you have at his dental office. If caught in the early stages, gum disease and other oral health problems can be treated effectively, and Dr. Greenfield will work with you through every step of your treatment. […]
