Most people realize that what they put in their mouths affects their health. Whether a person chooses to eat junk food or nutritious food, to smoke or chew tobacco, or to have a few too many alcoholic drinks will, of course, impact several bodily systems. But it’s not only what you put in your mouth, …
If you don’t love to smile, you may be missing out on looking and feeling your best. Recent studies showed that people who smile often experience less stress, increased immune response, and are considered more friendly, approachable, and confident by their peers. At Ritchie Dental Group, we want our patients to love their smiles as …
WHAT DO OSTEOPOROSIS and gum disease have in common? Bone loss! For anyone with gum disease, osteoporosis, or both… it’s important to know about the correlation between these two conditions. How Does Gum Disease Cause Bone Loss? Are you surprised to hear that gum disease can contribute to bone loss? The first stage of gum …
10. If you are looking for an excellent dentist in the Marble Falls area, we invite you to schedule an appointment with Drs. Greg and Mendy Ritchie at Ritchie Dental Group. At Ritchie Dental Group, we provide gentle, quality care for children and adults. Talk to us about preventative, restorative, cosmetic, or children’s dentistry. We look forward to serving you.
Periodontal disease, more commonly called ‘gum disease’, is an inflammation or infection of the gums. Periodontal disease can be very painful in some extreme conditions, and can limit your ability to eat normally. Periodontal disease can affect your smile, and can create cosmetic concerns.
If left untreated, periodontal disease can cause irreversible damage. When caught early and treated, periodontal disease can be little more than an inconvenience. However the best policy is to practice good dental hygiene to keep periodontal disease at bay.
Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and inhibits the build up of plaque.
When people in the Horseshoe Bay area think of diet and oral health, they probably think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the issue. The typical American …
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. Here in Marble Falls, Texas we have a lot of fun ways to refer to our teeth. And while you can switch up what you call them, you should never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Making time in your busy Marble Falls or Horseshoe Bay day to …
Every Burnet area dentistry patient’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are diligent about oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause problems. Gingivitis is the term …
Hello, I’m Dr. Greg Ritchie. Welcome to our Marble Falls cosmetic dentistry blog. Today’s article focuses on the difference between general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. General dentists in Marble Falls are dedicated to preventing and treating oral disease such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, let’s say, a cavity between two teeth, …
