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New Korean Dentist
 Dr Hyungsun Choe graduated from Chonnam National University in South Korea, and has more than 20 years of working experience in Seoul and Jakarta. Dr Choe has abundant clinical experience to help solve client's dental problems comfortably and precisely. For a full list of our dentists, click here |
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Dentistry For Fun
" You kept me awake all night, grinding your gum"
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 Spring Charity Food and Fun Fair
Come have a wonderful Spring Weekend at Spring Charity Food and Fun Fair. Good food, fun games, good wine, live entertainment. No entrance fee. Lots of attractive prizes to be won at the raffle draw.
You can bid your favourite silent auction item, click here.
World debut of a specially commissioned charity Recipe Book compiling "Family Favorites" shared by expatriates living in Shanghai |
New Insurance Partner
 We process claims to our direct billing partners, please contact our clinic if your insurance company is our direct billing partners. For a full list of our Insurance Partners, click here |
New Corporate Partner
 If you would like your company to join in our corporate scheme, email us at info@alphadental.cnFor full list of our Corporate Partners, click here |
Alpha
Dental Clinic
康怡口腔门诊部 1919 Hong Qiao RoadXijiao Guest
House
Garden Villa (East Wing) Office Area Block M
虹桥路1919号西郊花园墅 （东苑）办公区M幢
For appointments 预约电话 021-6270 2875 Opening Hours 营业时间 Daily 10am -
7pm 每日周一至周日 上午10点-晚上7点
Emergency/ After-office 急诊 1391 811
1319
www.alphadental.cn |
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Enjoying the Beauty of Spring
The spring of the year is a favorite season for many people. The spring is when the earth comes back to life after a long cold winter, and it is in the spring when the first flower begin to bloom and the green world begin to return after its winter slumber.
Celebrate springtime by joining in the Spring Charity Food and Fun Fair on Saturday, April 11th at Clubhouse of Oasis Riviera 883 Shui Cheng Road (between Tianshan Rd and Changning Rd).
Your Family Dentists @ Alpha Dental |
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Risk of Gum Disease
You know that brushing your teeth everyday can help you avoid cavities. but that's not enough to keep your teeth healthy. You may be surprised to learn that most tooth loss in adults is not cause by tooth decay - it's caused by gum disease. Gums cover and protect the bone that supports your teeth. This bone is like foundation that supports a building - if the foundation becomes weakened, the building may fall down, even though there's nothing wrong with the building itself.
Similarly, if the gums are not cared for, the bone underneath can become infected and damaged. You can lose your teeth if the bone is not strong enough to hold your teeth in place - even if you've never had a cavity in your life.
What cause gum disease?
Gum disease is caused by plaque - a sticky, colorless film of bacteria that is constantly forming on your teeth. These bacteria produce toxins that can irritate the gums and damage teeth.
The earliest stage of gum disease is called gingivitis. This is the swelling of the gums that develops when plaque collects above and below gumline. With proper oral care every day and regular visits to the dentist, gingivitis can be prevented or reversed because no permanent damage has occured.
How does gum disease progress?
Left untreated, gingivitis may progress to a more severe form of gum disease called periodontitis. Common symptoms of periodontitis are red, swollen gums that have started to pull away from the teeth, creating pockets. Periodontitis damages the bone that supports the teeth. Once periodontitis develops, the damage can't be reversed: only a professional treatment program and an improved level of daily oral care at home keep it from getting worse.
Am I at risk for gum disease?
Yes, gum disease can effect you at any age; however, it most often affects adults. In fact, about three out of four adults over the age 35 have gum disease now or have had it in the past.
Your risk of getting gum disease may increase if you smoke or have certain medical conditions. if is therefore vital to keep your dentist informed of your general health.
Can I tell if I have gum disease?
You may have gum disease if you have notice that:
- Your gums are tender, swollen or red
- Your gums bleed when you brush or floss
- You can't get rid of bad breath or bad taste in your mouth
- There's pus from your gumline or between your teeth
- Your teeth are loose or separating
- Your teeth or dentures no longer fit together correctly
What should I do if I think I have gum disease?
Visit your dentist right away for cleaning and exam. In most cases, gum disease can be reversed or controlled if caught and treated early enough.
Better yet, by cleaning your teeth properly everyday and making regular visits you can help prevent gum disease from ever developing.
But remember, cleaning your teeth is a two-step process of brushing first followed by cleaning in between your teeth - to get areas your toothbrush can't reach.
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