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Periodontics is a highly specialized area of dentistry that treats the area “around” a tooth, including gums, bone and supporting ligaments. Most common periodontal services consist of scaling and root planing (“deep cleaning”), crown lengthening and dental implants. For periodontal disease treatment, we have many dedicated periodontal specialists (or periodontists) who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease and other conditions.
Periodontal treatment is provided at any Great Expressions Dental Centers and Dental Health Group locations nationwide. Whether you require periodontal therapy or specialized periodontal care, we have a periodontic location that is convenient for you.
You may be at risk for periodontal disease, the #1 cause of adult tooth loss. To find out if you’re at risk, please check off all the disease indicators that apply to you.
Q: Do you smoke?
Q: Do you have diabetes?
Q: Is you diet low in important nutrients?
Q: Are you currently taking any medications such as heart medications, antidepressants, or oral contraceptives?
Q: Are you pregnant?
Q: Do any family members have gum disease?
Q: Do you have bad breath?
Q: Do you grind or clench your teeth?
Q: Are you under a great deal of stress?
Q: Are your gums red and swollen?
Q: Do your gums bleed when brushing of flossing?
Q: Are your gums pulling away from your teeth and receding?
Q: Do you have teeth that appear to be loosening?
Q: Have you noticed a change in the way your teeth fit together?
Q: Have you recently lost any teeth?
If you checked off 2 or more disease indicators, you may be at risk for periodontal disease. Your Great Expressions Dental Professional will be able to advise you of the best treatment options available.
As per the American Dental Association (ADA), Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an infection of the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, however, you may not know you have it. Gum disease is caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on the teeth. These bacteria create toxins that can damage the gums. In the early stage of gum disease, called gingivitis, the gums can become red, swollen and bleed easily. At this stage, the disease is still reversible and can usually be eliminated by daily brushing and flossing. In the more advanced stages of gum disease, called periodontitis, the gums and bone that support the teeth can become seriously damaged. The teeth can become loose, fall out or have to be removed by a dentist.