How to Find the Best Treatment for Periodontal Disease in Sparks

If you’re dealing with sensitive gums, bad breath, or can see pink in the sink when you brush your teeth,...

Different Stages of Gum Disease: Sparks Dentist’s Guide

As a practicing dentist in Sparks for over 15 years, I’ve seen countless cases of periodontal disease in various stages....

Gum Disease & Gastrointestinal Cancers

According to the CDC, nearly 50% of adults over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease, and...

Love, Hearts, and… Gum Disease?

Love, Hearts, and… Gum Disease?

Each and every February, loved ones throughout the United States go above and beyond preparing for Valentine’s Day. Whether you...

What’s the Difference Between Plaque and Tartar?

It’s not uncommon to hear your dentist in Sparks toss around the words ‘plaque’ and ‘tartar’ almost interchangeably. In fact,...

Does Gum Disease Cause Dementia?

We know we talk about gum health and gum disease a lot, but we believe that we can’t share enough...

Making Gum Health a Matter of the Heart

Re-posted with the permission of Perio Protect. Ask pretty much anybody, and they’ll tell you that it’s extremely important to...

Healthy Gums and a Sound Mind

Re-posted with the permission of Perio Protect. The connection between your brain and your mouth is not something we often...

Gum Health Affects Diabetes And Vice Versa

Re-posted with the permission of Perio Protect. There is a strong correlation between gum health and your general wellness. Pathogens...

Dentistry & Diabetes

On November 14, the world will celebrate World Diabetes Day, a momentous occasion that serves to bring awareness to the...