When people think about tooth loss they
normally think of accidents or tooth decay. What most people don’t realize is
that the leading cause of tooth loss among adults is actually diseases of the
gums rather than the teeth themselves.
In fact, gum disease or periodontal
disease, results in more lost teeth than trauma and tooth decay
combined.
Typical signs of periodontal disease are gums that bleed when you
brush or floss, red, swollen and tender gums, persistent bad breath, and teeth
that appear to be getting longer.
Fortunately, with prompt treatment in its
early stages, periodontal disease is highly treatable. As a result, we
regularly screen our patients for the tell-tale signs of gum disease.
For more information about periodontal disease, please contact our office to schedule your appointment with Dr.Jennifer Thomm at Great Lakes Dental.
For more information about periodontal disease, please contact our office to schedule your appointment with Dr.Jennifer Thomm at Great Lakes Dental.
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