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Welcome to the Annapolis Center for Dental Health and Wellness! Our focus is on providing excellent dental care and building long-term relationships. Dr. Sheen is dedicated to continuing education to learn the latest techniques in cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. We give patients more than just a beautiful smile. Using the latest technology and a comprehensive approach, Dr. Sheen restores health, balance and beauty to every smile to ensure positive, lasting results.
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What is Gum Disease?
In the broadest sense, the term gum disease — or periodontal disease — describes bacterial growth and production of factors that gradually destroy the tissue surrounding and supporting the teeth. “Periodontal” means “around the tooth.” Gum disease begins with plaque, which is always forming on your teeth, without you even knowing it. When it accumulates [...] |
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Fighting Gum Disease: How to Keep Your Teeth
May-June 2002 Volume 36 Number 3 by Carol Lewis More than 75 percent of Americans over 35 have some form of gum disease. In its earliest stage, your gums might swell and bleed easily. At its worst, you might lose your teeth. The bottom line? If you want to keep your teeth, you must take [...] |
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Diabetes Dental Tips
Tell your dentist you have diabetes and ask him or her to show you how to keep your teeth and gums healthy. People with diabetes get gum disease more often than people who do not have diabetes. Gum infections can make it hard to control blood sugar. Once a gum infection starts, it can take [...] |
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Diabetes and Oral Health Problems
Is There an Association Between Gum Disease and Diabetes? For the nearly 21 million Americans that have diabetes, many may be surprised to learn about an unexpected complication associated with this condition. Research shows that there is an increased prevalence of gum disease among those with diabetes, adding serious gum disease to the list of [...] |
