Would you know how to spot warning signs of gum disease in your periodontal tissue? There are several different issues that can tip you off to a possible problem. Some patients will see that their gum line has receded, exposing areas of their teeth that were previously covered. If this has occurred, it can also lead to issues of sensitivity, as these portions of your teeth can be more vulnerable to heat and cold. Other signs include redness, swelling, and a sensitivity to bleeding. If you see evidence of a periodontal infection, it is important that you take action quickly. If you do nothing, you run the risk of developing advanced gum disease, which can seriously jeopardize your smile. A scaling/root planing can help you stop the development of an infection.
How Gum Disease Can Lead To Tooth Loss
Advanced gum disease can put your periodontal tissue and jawbone at real risk. The condition can lead to tissue damage that results in the loosening of teeth. This can lead to tooth loss – it should be noted that gum disease complications are actually the leading cause for adult tooth loss. If you allow your condition to develop into periodontitis (gum disease in its advanced form), your dentist will only be able to manage the problem, and not reverse it.
What A Scaling/Root Planing Will Involve
A scaling/root planing can be effective against earlier stages of gum disease. The procedure involves accessing the areas of teeth under your gum line, cleaning them, and treating them so that it is more difficult for bacteria to stay in place.
Talk To Greenhaven Family Dental If You Are Concerned About Gum Disease
If you notice signs of gum disease affecting your smile, talk to Dr. Roberts at Greenhaven Family Dental. You can arrange a scaling/root planing, and put a stop to an infection before it grows serious, and puts your oral health in real jeopardy. To learn more about the services we offer, or to schedule an appointment, call our office in Baxter, MN, today at (218) 454-0523. We are proud to offer care for patients from Brainerd, Little Falls, Staples, Crosby-Ironton-Deerwood, and all other surrounding communities.