Gum Disease

Gum Care Month September is Gum Care Month, so our team at Shreveport Dental Solutions is taking this opportunity to further discuss the importance of gum care. Many people don’t realize [...]

The 4 Stages of Gum Disease: 2021 According to the CDC, half of Americans aged 30 or older have periodontitis. This equals approximately 64.7 million Americans. Periodontal or gum disease is an [...]

Gum Disease and Our Bodies To many people, gum disease is an unpleasant but common condition. However, not many people know that gum disease is linked to seemingly unrelated health problems. Dr. [...]

Happy National Gum Care Month Happy National Gum Care Month, everybody! At Shreveport Dental Solutions, gum care is something our team takes incredibly seriously. Many American adults struggle [...]

Ways to Reduce Swelling in Gums with Dr. Kacos Most of us don’t love cleaning or doing maintenance. Whether it’s washing dishes, cleaning the house, or practicing good oral hygiene, [...]

In an ideal world, we would all schedule our six-month checkups and cleanings, attend them and find that our teeth are in perfect health. But, life gets busy with work, family, and keeping up [...]

Do you find that biting into a cold apple or drinking something ice cold causes pain in your mouth? Sensitive gums and sensitive teeth can become a concern for a number of reasons. It’s important [...]

Although it is the hardest substance in your body, yes it is even harder than your bones, the enamel is still prone to decay. Similar to bones, once it is gone, the portion lost cannot be [...]

Top 4 Ways to Treat Gum Recession Many factors, such as tooth grinding, vigorous brushing, and smoking, can cause your gums to recede. Once that recession occurs, you are at risk of several [...]

Unexpected Dangers of Gum Disease Do you know that your pearly-white teeth are not the only indicators of your oral health? The health of your gums is also vital in keeping your mouth and body [...]