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Much is made about the availability of health insurance in America. However, despite being equally as important, dental insurance is often overlooked in this argument. The American Dental Association estimates as many as 34 percent of American adults do not have any type of dental benefits whatsoever. If you fall into this category, then you […]

When choosing a new dentist or periodontist, it is important to identify and compare the procedures offered by each prospective office. That is because there are a number of innovations occurring in the healthcare industry, in particular when it comes to oral health. These new procedures and technologies provide patients with the opportunity to have […]

Did you know that regular dental checkups are insufficient to manage and treat gum disease? Dr. Curry Leavitt offers regular periodontal maintenance services designed to keep your gum tissue healthy and prevent bacteria from spreading further. Here are four things you should know about periodontal maintenance. Periodontal Disease Cannot Be Cured Unfortunately, once periodontal disease […]

Here at Red Rock Periodontics & Implantology, Dr. Leavitt and the rest of the team work hard every day to help people enjoy improved oral health. This year, August 6th marks National Fresh Breath Day, an occasion we can all agree is pretty important. Believe it or not, fresh breath is actually an oral health […]

It is generally acknowledged that diabetes affects many systems of the body, including the kidneys, eyes, nerves, and heart. However, not many people know that it is also associated with gum disease. Periodontal disease indicates poor control of your blood sugar, which might be a telltale sign that you have diabetes or are at risk […]