Did you know over 48,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with oral cancer yearly? Oral cancer is an aggressive form of cancer. Proper diagnosis early on allows a patient plenty of treatment methods to correctly treat oral cancer.[…]
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Sensitive Teeth Treatment In Phoenix, AZ
Teeth sensitivity is found in 12% of American adults typically between the ages of 18 and 40. This sensitivity can be brief or intense and is caused when dentin, or the internal part of a tooth, is exposed to hot,[…]
Arizona Periodontal Group Offers the Pinhole Surgical Technique!
If you are an aggressive brusher or have suffered injuries to your mouth, you might be living with gum recession, a sometimes painful, annoying issue that can eventually affect the stability of your teeth. Gum recession has a wide range[…]
Twice the Risk of Heart Disease If You Have Periodontal Disease
Most people realize that gingivitis is an uncomfortable and embarrassing condition, causing problems like persistent bad breath, gum recession, and even tooth loss. However, more and more studies have tied periodontal disease with serious systemic illnesses, which is why every[…]
Merry Christmas from the Arizona Periodontal Group
The holidays are one of our favorite times of the year here at Arizona Periodontal Group, and we want to take this opportunity to thank our incredible team and loyal patients. We wouldn’t be the Phoenix periodontal practice that we[…]
Periodontal Disease and Bruxism
Your mouth, just like the rest of your body, is comprised of several interconnected systems. When one component of your oral health suffers, the other systems are likely to fall under siege. This interconnected relationship is especially true with periodontal[…]
Periodontal Disease and Age
With over 120 different systemic diseases exhibiting symptoms in your mouth, your periodontal health says a lot about you. Factors like genetics, stress, medications, and personal habits can contribute to the development of periodontal disease, a serious oral health condition[…]
Periodontal Disease and Eating Disorders
Like all eating disorders, bulimia nervosa can be very damaging to a person’s overall health. However, noticing these detrimental effects in yourself or in someone you love might be more difficult than you would think. This is because many individuals[…]
Periodontal Disease and Dry Mouth
At Dr. Trujillo’s office, we encounter many cases of periodontal disease linked to a patient’s dry mouth or xerostomia. Although dry mouth alone is not a cause of gum disease, its effects can play a major role in the development[…]
Periodontal Disease and Hearing Loss
Many people wouldn’t think to associate periodontal disease with hearing loss. However, gum disease has been proven through numerous studies to have a direct impact on your hearing. What Role Does Gum Disease Play In Hearing? The inflammation associated with[…]