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posted: May 10, 2022.

While mouthwash goes a long way in improving your oral care, it is not a substitute for flossing. Mouthwashes and flossing provide different benefits that you should understand. Mouthwash Benefits Mouthwash comes Read more

posted: May 03, 2022.

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Periodontal Associates. Everyone wants a glowing Read more

posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

You and your periodontist are essential partners in making sure you have the best dental care. You do your part by eating a tooth-healthy diet, brushing and flossing as recommended, Read more

posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more

posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums Read more

posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Providence, Rhode Island office, now is an excellent time to Read more

posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

At Periodontal Associates, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited the doctor and our team for a week or for your entire life, we would Read more

posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

One of the concerns we sometimes hear at Periodontal Associates is, “My gums just don’t look the same they once did. What is causing this?” Our gums recede for a number Read more

posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

Millions of people, around Providence, Rhode Island and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more

posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there! Why Read more

posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

At Periodontal Associates, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of Read more

posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

One of the greatest features our team at Periodontal Associates offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect any problems Read more

posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Providence, Rhode Island office for checkups and necessary dental Read more

posted: Feb. 08, 2022.

Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and Read more

posted: Feb. 01, 2022.

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more

posted: Jan. 25, 2022.

If you’ve noticed that your teeth have appeared to be longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several Read more

posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are Read more