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Gum disease affects tissues surrounding the teeth. As an inflammatory condition, gum disease can lead to red, swollen, and bleeding gums at its earliest stage (gingivitis).
Gums beginning to pull back from the tooth, bone loss, halitosis, and/or potential loss of the tooth can be signs of more advanced gum disease (periodontitis).
Approximately 75% of adults suffer from some form of gum disease.
Gum disease can be identified by a drop of blood on your toothbrush after brushing your teeth. If left untreated, it can result in inflammation of the gums, causing the tissue and bone around your teeth to deteriorate.
Therefore, not seeking treatment quickly, could lead to permanent gum damage, resulting in a deterioration of your oral health. This could cause other health issues, like heart disease, diabetes, or stroke.
At ToothHQ Dental Specialists, we are here to give you a bright and healthy smile. We are proud to provide a safe environment with the latest dental technology. Contact us now if you want to know more about our dental services or have questions about gum disease.
We are highly committed to giving our amazing patients the service they deserve when it comes to maintaining those pearly whites.
To understand the topic better, let’s look at the different stages of gum disease, and the steps needed to address this problem.
To see if you have gum disease, one of our specialized periodontists will check the space between your gums and teeth. If you have pockets deeper than the average of three millimeters, you could be a candidate for gum disease treatment. Your periodontists will suggest a follow-up appointment where we would suggest different options. The most common types of treatments include:
Gum disease symptoms can occur gradually if not caught early enough. Contact us today if you sense any the following symptoms:
If you want to prevent gum disease:
In conclusion, with a consistent oral health care routine, you will reduce your risk of periodontal gum disease.
The cost of treating your gum disease is determined by several factors, such as the severity of the disease, any additional procedures needed before or along with treatment, or insurance plans.
Our team is here to help complete necessary paperwork, schedule appointments, and answer any questions you have regarding billing.
We request you submit medical/dental insurance information with your New Patient Paperwork for patients with insurance plans to expedite this process.
Take note: To minimize the cost of gum disease treatment while still maintaining the highest level of dental care, we have the following financial policies:
No, dental bonding isn’t painful. When Dr. Hamlett or Dr. La Mastra applies bonding to repair a tooth, they are only working on the surface of the tooth. Some people may experience tooth sensitivity after the procedure is finished, but this is often easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and typically goes away quickly.
No, dental bonding isn’t painful. When Dr. Hamlett or Dr. La Mastra applies bonding to repair a tooth, they are only working on the surface of the tooth. Some people may experience tooth sensitivity after the procedure is finished, but this is often easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and typically goes away quickly.
No, dental bonding isn’t painful. When Dr. Hamlett or Dr. La Mastra applies bonding to repair a tooth, they are only working on the surface of the tooth. Some people may experience tooth sensitivity after the procedure is finished, but this is often easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and typically goes away quickly.
No, dental bonding isn’t painful. When Dr. Hamlett or Dr. La Mastra applies bonding to repair a tooth, they are only working on the surface of the tooth. Some people may experience tooth sensitivity after the procedure is finished, but this is often easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and typically goes away quickly.
Yes, gum disease can be cured as it is all about removing bacteria from your mouth and allowing gums to go back to a healthy state.
Yes, gum disease is reversible and can only be eliminated by a professional cleaning at dental clinics.
Stage 1: Gingivitis- Initial
Stage 2: Periodontitis- severe with potential for tooth loss.
Stage 3: Advanced periodontitis- severe with potential for losing all teeth.
Factors responsible for gum disease include:
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