Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people. Gum disease treatment is available at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark MO. Gum disease…
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The 4 Stages of Gum Disease

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It’s a progressive condition, and is easily treatable in its earliest stages. In this article from Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark MO, we have put together a list of the four main stages of gum disease, in order to keep…
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, but it’s a treatable condition at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark. 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…
Keep Teeth Healthy During Pregnancy

There’s an old myth that says a woman will lose a tooth for every baby she has. It’s total nonsense, of course. But at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark we want you to know that pregnancy can lead to certain dental issues, if you don’t take proper precautions. Increased hormones during…
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?

If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine?We’re asked about this from time to time at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark. The answer is an unequivocal “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease

Everyone should brush their teeth at least twice a day. The team at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark is using this blog post to explain why it is so important. Regular brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay and gum disease. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes…
The Prevalence of Gum Disease

Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people. Gum disease treatment is available at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark. Those statistics come…