For the most part, most dental patients will fear their upcoming procedures. They may have felt some discomfort while booking their appointment, which may result in feeling uncomfortable feelings towards going forward with treatment. If you are experiencing these emotions at our office yourself, you are not alone! According to JDH, an estimate of 50-80% people fear their dentist to some degree.

People will most likely to hold off on going to their dentist for their recommended six-month cleaning, as opposed to making a trip to their physician for their physical. There are several leading factors as to why they hold off on any type of dental treatment, but the most common reason is due to feeling anxious at the dentist, otherwise known as what we call, “Dental Phobia”.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, gum disease is one of the most common conditions in the nation, impacting one out of every two American adults. Many people aren’t aware of how serious and prevalent this issue is, and not knowing about the problem can put your mouth at risk, because you don’t know how to protect yourself. To celebrate National Gum Disease Awareness Month, learn about how you can prevent this oral disease, and what you can do to treat the symptoms.

Why are my gums bleeding? Why have they suddenly become red and puffy? Gum disease in Tappan has a sneaky way of attacking your soft oral tissue, causing you to wonder how it happened in the first place. Although it doesn’t happen overnight, you may find yourself a bit oblivious to your symptoms in the beginning. However, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans experience the same scenario and don’t realize it’s an issue until they either see their dentist or begin to notice other problems developing throughout their body, one of which is the heart. But why would the gums impact such a vital organ? To find out, hear from a dentist who explains the connection.