Friday, April 14, 2023

Chlorhexidine mouthwash is an antiseptic oral solution frequently employed to address gum disease and deter dental plaque. Nevertheless, extended usage is not advisable due to potential side effects such as tooth discoloration, changes in taste perception, and dry mouth. Furthermore, prolonged application of Chlorhexidine can eliminate beneficial mouth bacteria, paving the way for harmful bacterial overgrowth and an elevated likelihood of developing oral infections.

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Post-surgical care for your gums is an essential part of the healing process. After any gum surgery, your gums will be vulnerable and sensitive, and it is crucial to follow proper aftercare instructions to prevent infection, reduce pain and swelling, and promote quick healing. Here are some tips on how to take care of your gums post-surgery:

Thursday, April 06, 2023

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a common oral health problem in the United States. There are several reasons why it is so prevalent:

Friday, March 31, 2023

The treatment of mouth sores depends on the underlying cause of the sores. Here are some general tips that may help relieve the symptoms of mouth sores:

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Oral inflammation and gum disease are common conditions that can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor oral hygiene, infection, and inflammation. Fortunately, there are several natural plant botanicals that may help alleviate symptoms and improve oral health. Luckily PeriActive mouthwash contains these plant botanicals and can manage and prevent gum disease.

Friday, March 24, 2023

Gum disease can take a toll on your health. Along with oral health issues, gum diseases can effect the entire body and is linked to other disease including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. This makes it crucial to seek professional evaluation and treatment when noticing bleeding gums. Many times, bleeding gums are an early warning sign of gum disease. Gum disease can be prevented and managed at home with good daily habits including brushing, flossing and using PeriActive mouthwash daily. It is also important to seek an evalutaion from a dentist. Early diagnosis is key to avoiding futher compolications.

Friday, March 24, 2023

Oral surgery is usually an outpatient procedure that occurs in their dentist’s office. Depending on the type of pain relief used for your oral surgery, you may even be able to drive yourself home following your procedure. But just because oral surgery doesn’t require an overnight stay, doesn’t mean that you can skimp on your recovery period. It is important that you follow your oral surgeon’s post-surgery instructions to ensure proper healing and prevent any complications

Thursday, March 16, 2023

How do I know if I have healthy gums? Healthy gums can be determined by looking at the gum tissue surrounding each tooth. Healthy gums should be pink in color, firm to the touch and do not bleed easily. It is important to maintain good daily habits of brushing, flossing and using PeriActive mouthwash to keep your gums healthy!

Wednesday, March 08, 2023

Mouthwash is an essential part of good oral hygiene. There are many mouthwashes on the market, but not all mouthwashes are created equal. There is no doubt that mouthwash can leave your mouth feeling clean and fresh. Most mouthwashes can also help to kill bacteria and freshen breath and some even reduce the inflammation in your gums. The question is, what type of mouthwash should you use? Should you make the switch to natural, plant based mouthwash, even if it costs a little bit more?

Friday, February 24, 2023

If you are like most people you probably don’t know that much about mouth wash. As a child you are taught to brush and floss but mouthwash is often overlooked. Mouthwash is typically used to kill bacteria and they are able to reduce plaque. It is important to kill bacteria because if you have too much bacteria it creates plaque and the plaque can cause inflammation. It is the inflammation that will destroy your gums and lead to gingivitis and periodontitis.

Thursday, February 16, 2023

Gingivitis is a form of gum disease that happens when plaque builds up on the teeth and gums and causes inflammation of the soft tissues. Plaque produces toxins that irritate the gums and start to eat away at them. This can cause the gums to bleed or become red and swollen. If left untreated the plaque and inflammation can destroy your tissues and eventually lead to toothless and other oral issues.

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Almost half of all adults over the age of 35 suffer from some form of gum disease. The primary cause of gum disease is inflammation caused by the buildup plaque bacteria. When inflammation is not controlled it will eat away at your gums and soft tissues causing receding gums. Eventually the inflammation will eat away at all your soft tissues causing toothless.

Thursday, February 09, 2023

Almost half of all Americans over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. The good news is that gingivitis in its early stages can be cured and even later stages of gum disease can be managed by practicing good oral hygiene including the use of PeriActive MouthWash.

Wednesday, February 08, 2023

Almost half of all Americans over the age of 30 have some form of gum disease. The good news is that gingivitis in its early stages can be cured and even later stages of gum disease can be managed by practicing good oral hygiene.

Wednesday, February 08, 2023

The most common cause of gum disease is inflammation. Gum swelling, often accompanied by bleeding gums and tenderness-to-touch, is most commonly caused by poor oral hygiene. But don't worry there are things you can do to prevent and manage swollen gums.