Norwood Park Periodontics and Implants

11/17/2025

Hard time getting threaded floss between your teeth or not getting the clean you want? Try switching out your floss for dental tape. This wide, monofilament floss is easier to maneuver around teeth and can be more comfortable than typical floss. It's also a great option for people with bridgework or larger gaps between teeth.

11/14/2025

Flossing your teeth every day removes food particles, plaque, and debris that brushing can’t reach. This helps you keep your teeth and gums as healthy as possible. But not everyone knows the right way to do it.

There is a right way to brush your teeth. These instructions include nine steps to brushing your teeth and techniques to maintain healthy teeth and gums.

11/12/2025

Here's some dental wisdom for you - It's a wise move to keep an 👁 on your wisdom 🦷!

Ignoring wisdom teeth can be dangerous. If left untreated, an impacted wisdom tooth can cause a jaw cyst, which destroys the bone around it.

11/10/2025

You’re flossing - great! But in order for dental floss to effectively remove plaque from your teeth, you need to be sure you’re using the correct technique.

Discover five ways to make flossing easy, breezy, beautiful.

11/07/2025

When is a good time to switch out a toothbrush?

11/05/2025

If you notice preliminary signs of periodontitis, the first line of defense is type of cleaning called "scaling and root planing." This procedure aims to remove plaque and tarter from the teeth under the gum line, on the tooth itself, and around the roots.

11/03/2025

You may be used to some bleeding when flossing or temperature sensitivity in your teeth, but what you might not know is that bleeding and sensitivity can also be signs of gum disease.

Gum disease is caused by inflammation and can be linked to heart disease. Find out some common warning signs affecting your gum health.

10/31/2025

Did you know it is recommended to use between 18 and 20 inches (48 cm) of floss?

This length is ideal for flossing because it allows you to wrap floss around fingers for maximum control without using more than you need! 😁

10/29/2025

Gingival swelling for those new to braces is common and nothing to worry about. That said, it is wise to keep an eye on swollen gums as they may indicate - or lead to - other issues. Here's what you should know.

Swollen gums are a common occurrence when you're new to braces, but it could be also be a sign of gum disease.

10/27/2025

Floss Goss: Keep floss on hand at all times - you never know when a meeting is going to pop up!

10/24/2025

If you've lost a tooth and have been putting off implants, you've been missing out.

Learn what you could gain from dental implants. https://wb.md/37rwV8v

10/22/2025

Are you worried you might have gum disease? Gum disease affects nearly half of the U.S. adult population. That’s just under 65 million people! It’s one of the most common reasons people see the dentist.

So, are you at risk?

Gingivitis is a form of gum disease caused by bacterial plaque that can be prevented with regular oral hygiene. Reviewed by a board-certified dentist.