Periodontal Care.
When we don’t take care of the germ buildup in our mouths, it can become harmful. This germ buildup can lead to gingivitis, and then can even progress to periodontal disease. The difference between gingivitis and periodontal disease is in the loss of bone and gum tissue. This disease is due to a bacterial infection and inflammation. Periodontal disease can cause tooth loss and can destroy the gums and jawbone.
Periodontal disease can be caused for several reasons, which includes: poor dental hygiene, genetics, the use of tobacco products, misaligned/crowded teeth, grinding teeth and other medical issues. At Wood Dale Dental, we do everything we can to prevent and keep your teeth in the best possible condition.
Here are some symptoms of periodontal disease to look out for:
Periodontal disease can be caused for several reasons, which includes: poor dental hygiene, genetics, the use of tobacco products, misaligned/crowded teeth, grinding teeth and other medical issues. At Wood Dale Dental, we do everything we can to prevent and keep your teeth in the best possible condition.
Here are some symptoms of periodontal disease to look out for:
- Bleeding in the gums during and after brushing your teeth
- Loose or shifting teeth
- Red and swollen gums
- Bad taste in mouth and even bad breath
- Tooth sensitivity to cold or hot temperatures
Periodontal disease can be prevented with daily brushing and flossing and regular visits to the dentist. Regular dental visits should be around every six months and if already diagnosed with periodontal disease, it can include more visits.
Our dentists will help you to understand gum disease and talk with you to develop a treatment plan based on your condition. The dentist will work to clean and get rid of the bacterial infection of the gums. A thorough cleaning procedure is done to repair and clean the gum and tissue. Also, the use of antibiotics or antifungal medications may be needed in order to clear up the bacterial infection. If tooth loss is an issue, that will be addressed as well. Looking at all of the possible opportunities to get you back your smile.
Routine dental examines will help to prevent periodontal disease and can lead to healthier teeth and gums. Please call us today to schedule your appointment to prevent or treat gum disease. If you have any questions about the treatment of gum disease, please ask your dentist.
Our dentists will help you to understand gum disease and talk with you to develop a treatment plan based on your condition. The dentist will work to clean and get rid of the bacterial infection of the gums. A thorough cleaning procedure is done to repair and clean the gum and tissue. Also, the use of antibiotics or antifungal medications may be needed in order to clear up the bacterial infection. If tooth loss is an issue, that will be addressed as well. Looking at all of the possible opportunities to get you back your smile.
Routine dental examines will help to prevent periodontal disease and can lead to healthier teeth and gums. Please call us today to schedule your appointment to prevent or treat gum disease. If you have any questions about the treatment of gum disease, please ask your dentist.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at (630) 426-7652. We will do whatever we can to help you have a pleasant experience and we are happy to accommodate you and your family.