Periodontal Disease
By DeMarco Family Dental | January 29, 2026
Periodontal (gum) disease, also known as periodontitis, is a bacterial infection that inflames the soft tissue around your teeth and becomes more severe if left untreated. Over time, gum disease will erode the bone that supports your teeth, leading to mobility and tooth loss. Gum disease is quite common, though very preventable, because it is...
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Osteoporosis and Oral Health
By DeMarco Family Dental | January 29, 2026
Our bodies keep our bones strong by absorbing old bone cells and replacing them with newer and stronger bone material. Osteoporosis is a condition that occurs when we absorb more bone than we replace, resulting in weakened bones. Osteoporosis can affect any part of the body, including the jawbone, and can lead to dental issues...
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Orthodontic Retention
By DeMarco Family Dental | January 29, 2026
Getting your braces off is definitely a cause for celebration. You can finally enjoy your new smile after all that work and effort! But getting your braces off isn’t the end of treatment. Once your braces come off, you will enter the retention period of treatment. During the retention period, you will be given a...
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Orthodontic Headgear
By DeMarco Family Dental | January 29, 2026
Orthodontic headgear is used to correct a severely abnormal bite, correct dental overcrowding, and support normal jaw alignment and growth. It is typically recommended for younger children whose jaws are still developing. Types of Orthodontic Headgear Whereas braces are permanently fixed on the teeth, headgear can be removed and is worn partially outside the mouth....
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Orthodontic FAQs
By DeMarco Family Dental | January 29, 2026
What Is an Orthodontist? Orthodontists are dental specialists who diagnose and treat problems with the position, alignment, and spacing of the teeth, and related irregularities in the face and jaw. They provide and maintain oral appliances like braces. When Would I Need an Orthodontist? Orthodontists treat bite problems and teeth misalignment. Treatment will not only...
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