How Genetics Play a Part in Gum Disease

Advice about Gum Disease that shouldn’t be Ignored

A CBS News article indicates that the possibility of hereditary gum disease may be caused by reduced levels of a particular key enzyme known as Cathepsin C. This reduced enzyme coupled with poor dental hygiene can create the perfect storm for chronic dental problems beginning with swollen and bleeding gums.

Dr. Ron Rotem Unites our Ocean County Community

Another Great Community Effort by Dr. Ron Rotem

Although top New Jersey dentist, Dr. Ron Rotem, is busy with creating beautiful, healthy smiles through his dental practice in Ocean County, he always finds the time and a way to make even more beautiful smiles through his generous community efforts.

Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is...Literally!

Investing in Your Mouth Yields Big Returns

Every day we hear of people investing money in stocks, bonds, gold or silver yet cringing at the idea of investing in the surest bet of them all with guaranteed big returns; a healthy beautiful smile.

Is Oral Health the Key to Long Life?

Published on: February 28, 2012

The Key to Long Life Through Oral Health is Not a Treasure Hunt!

We all know that living a long life depends on what we eat, daily physical activity and personality traits. But many forget that one of the secret keys to a long life is our oral health!

Documented research proves that good oral health practices, such as a simple 5 minute daily routine of brushing and flossing, can stave off various life threatening diseases.

How Is Oral Health the Key to Long Life ?

People who don't develop good oral hygiene as a part of their daily life are more likely to develop periodontal (gum) disease and that can lead to many life threatening conditions, such

as cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease can cause serious strokes and heart attacks. In fact, research shows that diminished oral health, evidenced by chronic inflammation of the gums, doubles your risk of fatal heart attack due to the constant presence of bacteria in the gums and mouth. This initiates oral infections, tooth decay as well as weakening and loss of bone in the mouth. As a result of weak or lost mouth bone, teeth become loose and begin to fall out, as the bone, or foundation, is not strong enough to hold the teeth in place.

Is It Too Late to Improve My Oral Health?

Starting a good, daily practice of oral hygiene should begin early in life for good oral health. If you are experiencing swollen gums or loose teeth, it's a sign to visit your dentist immediately. A dentist is your professional to good oral health and can give you all of the advice and treatment necessary to prevent gum and mouth disease. Many oral health conditions can be turned around with consistent professional treatment.

Oral Health Can Affect Your Appearance!

Not only can your oral health affect how you feel, but it can affect how you look. With crooked or missing teeth, many people hide their smile or stop smiling all together. That has a psychological affect that can be an added detriment to your overall health.

Cosmetic Dentistry, including implants or dentures, can repair any damage resulting from deficient oral health, bring a smile back to your face and turn around many chronic dental conditions.

Oral Health: Mouth-Body Connection (webmd.com)

Commit To A Solution For Your Oral Health

If you have concerns about your oral health and you have not visited your dentist, it's time to make that phone call for an appointment.

If you fear dental work, there are solutions through sedation dentistry that can help gaining back your oral health a pleasant experience.

Remember, neglecting your oral health can be the key to serious disease but the key to long life can be found through professional help and good practices for oral health.