Gum Disease

At Broadway Family Dentistry in Minot, ND, Drs. Stanley Hirst and Bethany Jensen are committed to providing patients with solutions for their smiles. This includes ways to combat the infection, more commonly known as gum disease. Gum disease, or periodontal disease, can affect the teeth and gums within the smile in a negative manner. The […]

Cavities and periodontal disease are the two main threats to teeth and gums. While we know that cavities can form and be treated with fillings, it is best to avoid them in the first place. With the team at Broadway Family Dentistry in Minot, ND, you can rest easy knowing that you have the attention

A beautiful smile is one that is bright, balanced, and well-aligned. But what if your otherwise perfect smile is being overshadowed by excess gums? Also known as a “gummy smile,” this imbalance can have a negative effect on the appearance of the smile as a whole. In situations such as this, the team at Broadway

Gum disease begins with plaque build up and ends (if left to itself) with tooth decay. Fortunately there are several specific steps you can implement to help prevent gum disease. What is gum disease? First, let’s address what gum disease is. Gum disease is also known as periodontal disease and can destroy tissue, then eventually