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Having a good dentist on your side is incredibly important for your oral health, but any professional will tell you that the most important things that you\u2019ll do for your teeth will take place outside the dentists\u2019 office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why it\u2019s important for people to have a thorough understanding of the most common oral health problems<\/a> they could face, as well as what they can do to mitigate them. If you\u2019re curious, here are some of the conditions that you\u2019ll need to watch out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tooth Decay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can be easy to think that tooth decay is something that happens naturally, but it\u2019s actually a consequence of a bacterial infection that has to be introduced to the mouth at some point in life. It\u2019s just that this condition is so common, and so contagious, that it might as well be unavoidable; most people will have these bacteria in their mouth by the time they reach childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These bacteria consume sugars and secrete acids. Over time, this leads to corrosion of the teeth, i.e. cavities. In order to keep cavities at bay, it\u2019s important to keep up with thorough dental hygiene to slow the growth of these bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bacteria don\u2019t just affect the teeth\u2014 they can also infect the gum tissue, leading to periodontal disease. It\u2019s estimated that around 50% of adults have gum disease to some extent, but many may not even realize it. This is because gum disease tends to start out as mild redness or swelling, becoming more serious as it proceeds. Eventually this illness could begin to attack the bone tissue, causing the teeth to come loose. Yet another reason to brush frequently, floss often, and see your dentist for biannual cleanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Oral cancer is the 13th<\/sup> most common form of cancer worldwide. While it\u2019s most common in older men, people of any age and gender can still contract the condition, particularly if they use tobacco or abuse alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cutting back on these risk factors is the best way to prevent the development of oral cancers. You should also see your dentist for regular checkups so that they can check for the signs of the condition and talk to them immediately if you notice lumps on your neck or mouth sores that do not seem to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At River Station Family Dentistry, we\u2019re proud to have become an institution in our community; over the past 30 years, we have become the go-to place for people across Montpelier to perfect their oral health. We combine the latest in dental technology with compassionate customer care in order to ensure that you\u2019re going to get the smile you\u2019ve always wanted without any hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have any questions about your oral health, we can be reached at our website<\/a> or by phone at (802) 223-2244.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Having a good dentist on your side is incredibly important for your oral health, but any professional will tell you that the most important things that you\u2019ll do for your teeth will take place outside the dentists\u2019 office. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important for people to have a thorough understanding of the most common oral health […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-112","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n3 Oral Health Conditions You Should Know | River Station Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Just about everyone could stand to know a little bit more about their oral health. 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