What is Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
The term “periodontal” means around the tooth. Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a common inflammatory condition that affects the supporting
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Causes of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal (gum) disease, which is also known as periodontal disease and periodontitis, is a progressive disease which if left untreated may result in tooth loss.
Types of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive disease that affects the supporting and surrounding tissue of the gums, and also
Signs & Symptoms of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive condition and the leading cause of tooth loss amongst adults in the developed
Oral Systemic Link
The reason we have specialists for the various parts of our body is that there is no one size fits all when it comes to
Diagnosis
Periodontal disease is diagnosed by your dentist or dental hygienist during a periodontal examination. This type of exam should always be part of your regular
Treatment
Periodontal treatment methods depend upon the type and severity of the disease. Your dentist and dental hygienist will evaluate for periodontal disease and recommend the
Maintenance
It only takes twenty four hours for plaque that is not removed from your teeth to turn into calculus (tartar). Daily home cleaning helps control
