Gum disease

This post from Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY is about gingivitis, which is early-stage gum disease. Gum disease is usually the result of poor brushing and flossing habits. When you don’t brush and floss on a regular basis there is a build-up of plaque, which hardens into a substance called tartar. That’s why we […]

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper WY, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more advanced form […]

If you are worried about swollen gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. You should have your symptoms checked out right away, because they could be a sign of gum disease, a serious but treatable condition at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper. Gum disease is progressive. Before it reaches the advanced stage it […]

Gum disease is a major cause of tooth loss, but it’s a treatable condition at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper. Keeping your gums healthy is essential for your overall health, but if you need yet another reason to keep them in good shape we’ve got a doozy. Scientists have found a connection between a bacteria […]

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty have gum disease in some form. Fortunately, it’s a treatable condition at Aspen Ridge Dental in Casper. What is gum disease? Gum disease is inflammation and infection of the soft tissue that holds your teeth […]