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GUM DISEASE TREATMENT
Gum disease is a common condition that affects most adults at some point in their lives. In most cases, gum disease is caused by poor oral hygiene. Gum disease is a progressive infection that presents in two stages: gingivitis and periodontitis. Sometimes gum disease is the result of certain health or lifestyle factors, including hormonal changes, smoking and tobacco use, stress, family history, chronic illness, and some medications.
WHAT IS GUM DISEASE
In the US today, half of all adults over the age of 30 have some stage of
gum disease. If left untreated, gum disease leads to loss of tissue and bone
that support the teeth, eventually leading to tooth loss. And in large part
due to the inflammation of the gums and bacterial spread, gum disease
has also been linked to numerous other health issues including heart and
lung diseases, diabetes, stroke, dementia, and pregnancy complications.
The good news is that gum disease is almost entirely preventable with good
oral hygiene and regular dental checkups. In its early stage, it can usually be
reversed simply by brushing and flossing daily and properly, and perhaps a regular cleaning at Revive Dental. And even in moderate to advanced stages, it can often still be reversed with appropriate dental treatment.
Your oral health is important, and we take it seriously. We offer scaling and root planing, dental crown lengthening, and bone grafting to fight gum disease and restore your oral health. Contact us today to learn more about gum disease treatment or to schedule an appointment with us.
