Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease or periodontitis, is caused by pathogenic bacteria thriving in the mouth. Toxins in plaque, produced by the bacteria, and the body’s enzymes can cause the bone and connective tissue that hold teeth in place to break down. This leads to gum recession, tooth loss, tooth sensitivity and bad […]
Your mouth, jaw, and the rest of your body are designed to operate together at peak efficiency. If you lose a tooth, it can affect how your body functions, because you lose some ability to chew food properly. You either place more stress on your other teeth when you eat, or you are, unfortunately, unable […]
We live in the high-paced, digital, and technologically advanced world, where trends keep continuously changing. And, at Smiles By Stevens, we are well aware of that. Just like we love to keep up with the dental industry standards and bring the latest and greatest into our dental practice, we love to keep up with the […]
