595 Chestnut Ridge Road, Suite 7
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey 07677
Monday 8:30AM–5PM
Tuesday 9:30AM–6PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 8:30AM–5PM
Friday 8:30AM–4:30PM
Saturday & Sunday Closed
Q: What are the symptoms or signs of gum disease? I have a bump on the right side of my gums on my lower jaw. I have had it for a few years and it has gotten bigger over time. Very rarely it will cause immense pain (aching and throbbing) and form into a headache.
Q: What are symptoms or signs of gum disease? I have a bump on the right side of my gums on my lower jaw. I have had it for a few years and it has gotten bigger over time. Very rarely it will cause immense pain (aching and throbbing) and form into a headache. It’s
Q: Is there a periodontal treatment for severe dry mouth? A: Usually, dry mouth is a side-effect of medications. There are medications to enhance salivary flow. In some rare cases a disease causes this condition. It can be diagnosed through a blood test. We do see an increase in periodontal disease in these patients.
Q: Is there a link between periodontal (gum) disease and heart disease? A: The link between periodontal disease and heart problems is well-established. Please see the Heart Disease and Stroke page of our site and the Periodontal Disease and Your Heart section of our blog.
Q: Is there a connection between joint disease and gum disease? A: Ongoing studies are looking at the associations or potential associations between gum disease and joint and bone problems such as arthritis and osteoporosis. It’s not clear at this point whether there’s a direct association, but studies are ongoing.