A periodontist is a specialist who, in addition to traditional dental school, has completed advanced studies in teeth, gums, and bone. Because of the advanced training, the periodontist can provide many beneficial procedures including:
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| WHAT IS PERIODONTAL DISEASE? Periodontal disease is basically an infection that eats away the bone around your teeth. Periodontal means “around the tooth,” which of course includes the gums and bone supporting your teeth. Periodontal disease can occur in many forms. It can begin with gingivitis, an inflammation, redness, and tenderness of the gums. Usually this is caused by a buildup of plaque (germs) and tartar at the gumline. The toxins, acids, and poisons produced by the germs eventually causes the gum to detach from the tooth, destroys the bone around your teeth, and creates a deep gum pocket next to the tooth. This is called periodontitis. As the periodontitis advances, the germ’s poisons and toxins enter the tooth root; and tartar begins to build on the root surface like barnacles on the side of a ship. Your body hates this infection and begins to treat your tooth like an untreated splinter in your hand. Just like around a splinter, the gum tissue begins to fester, the tooth loosens, and eventually is rejected by your body. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in Americans. |
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COULD I HAVE PERIODONTAL DISEASE AND NOT KNOW IT?
The chances are very good you may have some
form of periodontal disease and not even be aware of the problem. The disease
might not hurt, and other signs can be very subtle. Seventy percent of the
American population has periodontal disease, so the odds of you having problems
are great. Answer these simple questions
to find out if you have need for concern. Our Services / Dr. Hale
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