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Everything You Need to Know About Gum Disease

Everything you need to know about gum disease in order to maintain your overall health and wellness.
What Is Gingivitis?
Learn about gingivitis and find out how to prevent it.
Important Reasons to Brush and Floss Your Teeth
Important Reasons to Brush and Floss Your Teeth- Facts About Gum Disease That May Surprise You.
Connecting Gum Disease to Your Health
Heart disease and stroke, both with serious health consequences attached to their name, have been linked to gum disease.
Definition of Gingival Sulcus
The definition of the gingival sulcus is examined here.
Drug Associated Gingival Enlargement and Overgrowth- Dilantin (Phenytoin)
Dilantin (Phenytoin) is a medication frequently used to treat seizure disorders and epilepsy. The side effects on the gum tissue from the use of phenytoin are examined along with common treatments suggested by your dentist.
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