
Healthy, pink gums
Gum disease, or periodontitis, affects as many as 75 percent of American adults today. It’s a surprising number that’s even more concerning when you know that the condition has been linked to several serious health conditions — including major heart problems. Your dentist in 50677, Dr. Jonathan Smiley, wants you to know about the connection between gum disease and your heart health. Keep reading for more!
A smile without all its teeth — it’s a little like playing chess without your queen. You need each and every one of your pearly whites to make your smile function like it should, and when one or more goes missing, you’ll certainly start to suffer the consequences. Your self-confidence can take a real hit, not to mention the difficulty you’ll likely experience speaking, eating or smiling. But at
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