stages of gum disease explained
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STAGES OFGUM DISEASEEXPLAINED
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The connection between your overall physical health and oral hygiene is becoming increasingly clear.
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Gum disease has been associated with cardiovascular disease.
It also can affect your ability to chew properly.
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It ensures that you can give your body the fuel it needs to run at top efficiency.
This is very important
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Unfortunately, gum disease develops slowly and with very few symptoms in the earliest stages.
This means that you must partner with your dentist to understand the stages of gum disease.
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He or she will discuss with you the best methods for treating it so that you can preserve your teeth.
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GINGIVITIS
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This first stage of gum disease is the most common among both children and adults.
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The good news is that it is reversible.
During this stage, your gums become slightly inflamed by bacteria in your mouth.
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There may be redness, swelling or bleeding that occurs when brushing your teeth.
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Dentists detect gingivitis during routine oral exams.
They will then make sure you understand how to properly brush and floss your teeth.
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Regular cleanings will be recommended.
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And, possibly, a special rinse to reduce bacteria around your gum line.
The “pay off” of staying on top of your oral hygiene routine will be a positive review at your next dental exam.
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PERIODONTITIS
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This stage is marked by deeper pockets around your gum line.
And damage to the soft tissues in your mouth and jawbone.
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When you look in the mirror you may notice that your gums are bright red, puffy and creating spaces between your teeth.
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Your gums may be tender to the touch.
They may hurt when brushing your teeth.
Pus can also form around your teeth.
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And you may notice a foul taste when eating.
It may not be possible to completely reverse the damage to your bones at this point.
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But your dentist can halt the progression of the disease by performing a deeper cleaning.
This will involve scaling and root planing.
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It helps remove the plaque and tartar causing the infection around your gums.
It also helps prohibit further inflammation.
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ADVANCED PERIODONTITIS
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The final stage of gum disease occurs when serious bone loss is detected.
It also helps prohibit further inflammation.
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The final stage of gum disease occurs when serious bone loss is detected.
Bacteria will have begun to destroy the tissues that hold your teeth in place.
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At this point, teeth will begin to shift and loosen.
The appropriate support structures in your mouth are no longer there.
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Sadly, tooth extraction is sometimes necessary to begin restoring the mouth to a better state of health.
This stage is often upsetting for patients.
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But it is reassuring to know that your dentist can still do many things to preserve your remaining teeth and soft tissues using advanced surgical and tooth cleaning techniques.
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Brushing your teeth twice a day is a great way to keep them white and shiny.
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Always remember that oral hygiene goes deeper than just the surface.
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Gum disease is preventable with regular dental exams and cleanings.
So, maintain your treatment plan.
And see your dentist at the first sign of periodontal disease.
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Noble Dental Care is a family oriented dental care clinic with dentists that care about you and your health.
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Give us the opportunity to give you the smile of your dreams.
Call us for an appointment at (480) 820-3515.
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