using dental floss, and you may notice halitosis, or bad breath. If not treated, hum inflammation can become worse, leading to soft tissue damage, receding gums, the formation of pockets between teeth and hums, bone loss, and eventually tooth loss. WEAR AND TRAUMA Poorly aligned teeth can also create unnatural stress and pressure on teeth and jaws. Teeth that are subject to excessive pressure can develop chipping and notches at the gum line called abfractions. Premature wear can lead to poor root support, loose teeth and eventually, tooth loss. IMPROVED HYGIENE With good oral hygiene, the chances of having plaque retention, tooth decay, and periodontal disease can be reduced. 25th YEAR ANNIVERSARY ASTORIA DENTAL GROUP 32-17 BROADWAY ASTORIA, NY 11106 SMILEdr.com • 866-511-5444 STRAIGHT TEETH ARE HEALTHIER TEETH Straight, properly aligned teeth can help you avoid the negative effects of periodontal disease. HEALTHIER GUMS Properly aligned teeth are easier to brush and floss than crowded or crooked teeth. Properly positioned teeth can help gums “fit” more tightly around them, which may lead to better periodontal health. CLIFFORD E. DEGEL, D.D.S. CARMEN EVERY – DEGEL, D.D.S. ELMONT MALOCCLUSION AND PERIODONTAL DISEASE Malocclusion affects 74% of American adults. If you have malocclusion, it may affect your periodontal health, because it is difficult to remove plaque when teeth are not aligned. Periodontal disease can begin as hum redness or bleeding while brushing your teeth or THE PROGRESSION OF PERIODONTAL DISEASE When teeth are crowded, plaque with harmful bacteria can attach to the tooth surface down to the bottom of the pocket. Plaque can be difficult to remove from crowded areas because it is difficult to brush and floss here. Bacteria can cause gum tissue surrounding the tooth to degrade, and if not treated, result in bone loss. FREE DENTAL EXAMINATION AND X-RAYS Discount Coupon Since 1982, our family-owned-and operated funeral home has helped countless families throughout New York and beyond LES DESEAMOS A TODAS LAS MADRES MUCHAS FELICIDADES Hours Of Operation Daily 9AM – 9PM • After Hours Service Available Walk In Appointments Available Pre – Fin ancing Available • S ervices Available F or A ll F aiths 48 OCTOBER 2016 i LIC COURIER i www.qns.com Funeral Home Allow Elmont Funeral Home in Elmont, New York, to assist your family in your time of grieving with funeral planning services, direct burials, funeral service arrangements, and cremation services. 1529 HEMPSTEAD TURNPIKE • ELMONT 516-437-2100 • www.elmontfuneralhome.net 1529 HEMPSTEAD TURNPIKE • ELMONT 516-437-2100 • WWW.ELMONTFUNERALHOME.NET
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