When receiving your new smile, it’s understandable that you don’t want to remove your dentures. After all, they make you look and feel good. Unfortunately, by choosing to keep you custom-made prosthetic in, you could be doing more harm than good to your mouth. To find out why sleeping with dentures is something you should avoid, read on and let a dentist explain what you should do to keep your restoration looking and feeling its best.

February is a special month for several reasons. It is the month when romance is in the air, and it is when we are encouraged to think about black history. It is also a good time to pause to think about your health since it is both Gum Disease Awareness Month and American Heart Association Month. Let’s discuss how gum health can affect heart health, and the steps you can take to protect both your smile and your heart.

If you recently visited your dentist’s office and learned that you have gum disease, you may be wondering why it’s such a big deal. Although commonly seen by dental professionals, it can quickly escalate and worsen over time, leading to serious oral and overall health problems. In order to prevent the deterioration of your smile as well as your body, learn about the stages of gum disease and what you can do to stop it in its tracks.