Gum Disease

A double-blind, placebo-controlled study has determined that probiotics, specifically lactobacillus reuteri, increase the efficacy of gum disease treatment by 53 percent. This news is welcome for those suffering from chronic periodontitis who have found other methods to be of little use – particularly because probiotics have no adverse side-effects and are naturally found in many...

It is important to maintain oral health during pregnancy, not simply to maintain an attractive smile, but to prevent serious issues that can arise when hygiene is neglected. Gum disease in particular can occur quickly when teeth and gums are not cared for properly. Pregnant women are especially susceptible to gingivitis due to hormonal changes,...

Nearly all adults will have at least a mild form of gum disease at some point in their life. Swollen or bleeding gums are often the first indication of disease and should be brought to the attention of Bergenfield dentist Dr. Howard Perlmutter as soon as they appear. At its earliest stages, gum disease can...