Gum or Gingival Recession

Dear Dr. Mady: I have a couple of lower front teeth that are positioned more forward than the rest and the gum has receded. The teeth are somewhat sensitive now and my dentist has referred me to a periodontist that wants to do a gum grafting procedure. What...

Impact of a Weakened Economy on Dental Practice

Dear Dr. Mady: Do you think that the weakened economy has caused people to visit the dentist less often than before? I know my job loss caused me to lose my benefits indefinitely and I had to cancel my appointment for my regular check-up and cleaning. Jamie in Tilbury...

Sialolithiasis

Dear Dr. Mady: My father is now sixty-seven years old and was recently told that he may have something known as sialolithiasis. He is experiencing constant pain and swelling under his tongue and a panorex x-ray was taken and something white was seen on it. Could...

Choosing Oral Care Products

Dear Dr Mady: I have so many unanswered questions when it comes to choosing oral care products like toothbrushes and toothpaste. What do you think? A Faithful Reader Dear Faithful Reader,When shopping for oral care products it is extremely common for one to become...

Bleeding Gums

Dear Dr.: My gums are bleeding a lot when I brush my teeth and I’ve heard people talking quite a bit about gum disease. How do I know if I have it, and if I do what can be done about it? James in Tecumseh Dear James,If your gums are bleeding when you brush,...