Are you ready to celebrate the “red, white, and blue” tomorrow? Independence day (4th of July) is a sacred American holiday. It’s also a great chance to enjoy time with family and friends in the sunshine. Good food, fun, and fireworks are sure to abound. In honor of July 4th, your Deerfield cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent Engelberg, would like to discuss some reds, whites, and blues of dentistry.
Red Gums
There are sometimes no obvious symptoms with early gum disease, which is unfortunate since it effects such a large portion of our population. Nearly 80% of adults in America are thought to have some level of periodontal disease. One of the very earliest markers of gingivitis, however, is red, puffy, and possibly bleeding gum tissue. If you notice any of these issues, make an (more…)