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Keeping your mouth healthy does more than keep your smile bright. It keeps your breath fresh, your gums healthy, your bones strong, and is a gateway to better overall health and wellness. Let’s face it, when your mouth feels clean and healthy, you smile a little brighter. Keeping your mouth healthy doesn’t have to be […]

Mild forms of gum disease are common. Caused by the growth of plaque and bacteria that irritates the gum line causing your gums to become inflamed or occasionally bleed, gingivitis can be treated fairly simply with better brushing at home, deep cleaning in the dentist’s office, or the use of mouthwash. Unfortunately if gingivitis goes […]

Over the past few decades, researchers have found increasing evidence that points to low grade inflammation as a trigger to cardiovascular disease. Studies have been ongoing to determine the degree to which periodontal disease plays a role in this entire process. In part, inflammation is caused by chronic infection, and periodontal disease is just that. […]

Periodontal disease treatment in Los Angeles is an important aspect of Dr. Mungcal’s practice. There are instances in which patients may develop this gum disease and need to address it with appropriate treatments. This is why Downtown Dental focuses on providing knowledge and education to patients to encourage a more proactive approach to avoiding periodontal […]

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a serious problem that can result in lost bone, gum tissue, and even lost teeth. Thanks to technological advances in dentistry, many dental offices can now provide oral DNA testing for diagnosis. LA dental practice, Downtown Dental, offers oral DNA testing to, one, determine a person’s genetic […]

When a patient does not care for their dental health properly, they risk developing gum disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a serious matter that can result in the loss of bone, tissue, and teeth. By not caring properly for their oral health, they put themselves at risk for periodontal disease. To […]

Gum disease is a serious problem that should not be treated lightly. Dentists do their best to encourage patients to take great care of their teeth and maintain the utmost in oral health care. However, without daily maintenance, some patients may be risking the development of periodontal disease, which is also commonly known as gum […]

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a condition that can cause irreversible problems if left untreated. Dentists such as Dr. Mungcal take this disease seriously, and offer various forms of gum disease treatment. LA dental office, Downtown Dental, can examine, diagnose, treat, and prevent gum disease in patients who may be at risk […]

Tooth lost, though not uncommon, are not always necessary for patients who take good care of their teeth and gums. Having an effective oral health regimen is key to avoiding expensive and uncomfortable dental procedures and treatments. When teeth become infected or are not maintained properly, they can develop extensive decay or an infection or […]