Are You Doing Enough For Your Gums?

It’s a question we hear a lot, and it’s also a question we maybe don’t hear enough. Your gums take hard work to keep strong throughout your life, and it’s worth it, because they do some real work for your smile. Periodontal tissue serves to support the teeth and block out bacterial growth, so when they start to pull away from their natural location on the surface of your teeth, it’s worth telling you dentist. Periodontal disease is routinely identified as the leading cause of adult tooth loss in this country, after all.

With our esteemed dentists at MMC Dental in Houston, TX, you’ve got someone looking out for your smile needs. Our office is built to help people just like you find their way back to a stronger smile through effective prevention, real restoration, and cosmetic improvements to improve your look while keeping the focus on your oral health. Your journey starts with your next biannual checkup, so if you are due, let’s talk about your dental direction.

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Your Checkups Offer A Chance To Check In

Your smile takes some effort to keep looking and feeling nice throughout your life. That means taking the time for your brushing and flossing every day, spending two times a day brushing for a full two minutes and never skipping flossing. But even with a dedication to your oral health maintenance, you could still wind up falling short when it comes to your gum health.

The thing is that bacteria are always trying to cause trouble within your mouth. They leave behind a bacterial biofilm called plaque, which is acidic and irritates the gums. It’s what you brush away from your smile every day, and when you go a little light, bacterial buildup can do some real harm.

Making Periodontal Progress Is Worth The Effort

In order to keep your smile safe, it takes more than just brushing and flossing alone. Your biannual checkups are there to help you protect all areas of your mouth, including the ones you miss with your regular oral health hygiene regimen. These visits include both a cleaning of the surface of your teeth and a visual examination from a qualified provider. And if your dentist mentions that you could stand to improve your gum health, take their words to heart.

Schedule Your Next Visit At MMC Dental

When it’s time to renew your oral health emphasis, a biannual checkup is a great place to start. To find out more about caring for your gums, call MMC Dental in Houston, TX today at 713-926-8896.