In this interview Dr. David Petti, dentist in Pittsburgh, PA, speaks about some of the ways to prevent gum disease from happening. A basic teeth cleaning is performed on individuals who do not have gum disease and on individuals with stained teeth. It is also used to remove plaque and tarter. This type of dental [...]

In this interview Dr. David Petti, dentist in Pittsburgh, PA, speaks about some of the problems that can happen when an individual has missing back teeth. When individuals have back teeth they can experience chewing problems. Also, facial wrinkles will appear, jaw bone will shrink, and muscles will overstress. In most cases, the solution for [...]

In this interview Dr. David Petti dentist in Pittsburgh, PA, speaks about periodontal disease (gum disease). He talks about the differences between healthy and unhealthy gum tissue and how it can be identified by the color of the tissue. Periodontal disease comes along with gingivitis and peritonitis. If not treated it can lead to tooth [...]

In this interview Dr. David Petti, dentist in Pittsburgh, PA, speaks about the different toothbrush options. Individuals that properly floss and brush their teeth have a lower risk of tooth decay and developing gingivitis. Dr. Petti recommends using a soft bristle toothbrush. Individuals who brush after every meal will lessen their risk of developing any [...]