Gum Disease: All You Need to Know About the Different Types

Gum disease is a complex dental issue that has two stages. The first stage is gingivitis and the second stage is periodontitis. The disease is caused by a buildup of plaque (a white, sticky film) on the teeth and gumline and the failure to remove that plaque as needed. Our... Read more »

Dental Sealants: The Way of Keeping a Top-Notch Smile

Your periodontist, Dr. Daniela Zambon, offers dental sealants in Mansfield, Texas, to help every patient have the strong and healthy smile they deserve. If you want a top-notch smile, then it’s time to consider this treatment. Dental sealants are thin, plastic coatings that cover the teeth and shield the bacteria... Read more »

Gum Disease and You

Though usually painless, gum disease can damage your mouth significantly if it is not taken care of.  Also called periodontal disease, gum disease is caused by plaque buildup on your teeth. Plaque is a sticky film made of bacteria which constantly forms on our teeth and gum tissue. There are... Read more »

Identifying Signs of Gum Disease

If you are not taking proper care of your teeth and happen to be over the age of 30, it is likely you may already have gum disease. Plaque can build up on your teeth and the surrounding tissues, creating an ideal environment for infection, leading to receding gum lines... Read more »

Products That Help with Gum Disease

Once upon a time, a prince named Charming went to awaken his love with a kiss, but his smelly breath woke her up first. They didn't live happily ever after. There are many reasons for stinky breath, and one of them is periodontal disease, a grave disease impacting the pearly... Read more »

Some Factors Put You at Greater Risk for Gum Disease

Gum disease is an infection that attacks the gums and structures that surround and support the teeth. In the early stages, gum disease manifests with gums that bleed easily, especially when you brush and floss. This infection is caused by the bacteria from plaque, but there are some factors that... Read more »

What You Need to Know About Oral Cancer

Mouth cancer, also known as oral cancer, is a head and neck cancer which occurs mostly in people aged 40-60, though it can strike at any age. Signals of mouth cancer may include lumps, bumps or knobs of cancerous tissue in the oral cavity, mouth lesions that don’t get better,... Read more »

Are You Informed about Gum Disease?

Are you suffering from the effects of periodontal disease? Even though it is a common oral ailment, there are many distinct stages of periodontal disease, with each one increasingly worse than its predecessors. If you do notice any symptoms of periodontal disease, also commonly called gum disease, it is important... Read more »

A Dental Implant with a Dental Crown Can Fully Restore Your Missing Molar

Molars are large teeth tasked with the duty of grinding and chewing tough foods. When one of them is lost to dental trauma or an untreated cavity it can significantly hamper the function of your mouth. This could even increase your chances of choking while eating. A missing rear molar... Read more »

Unusual Sores or Color in Your Mouth? Visit Today for an Oral Cancer Screening Exam

Signs of oral cancer tend to be in the cheeks, lips, gums, throat, or neck, usually in the form of consistent sores, lumps, unusual tissue, or discoloration. If you see any of these signs, come visit Dr. Daniela Zambon and our dental professionals in Mansfield, Texas to have an evaluation... Read more »