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Care for your gums …The supporting cast,
and avoid Periodontal Disease
The word periodontal means “around the tooth”. Periodontal disease
attacks the gums and the bone that support the teeth.
Plaque is a sticky film of food debris, bacteria, and saliva. If plaque is
not removed, it turns into calculus (tartar). When plaque and calculus
are not removed, they begin to destroy the gums and bone.
Periodontal disease is characterized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums.
Four out of five people have periodontal disease and don’t know it!
Most people are not aware of it because the disease is usually painless
in the early stages.
Not only is it the number one reason for tooth loss, research now
suggests that there is a link between periodontal disease and other
diseases such as, stroke, bacterial pneumonia, diabetes, cardiovascular
disease, and increased risk during pregnancy.
Research has shown that the inflammation and bacteria associated with
periodontal disease affects these systemic diseases and conditions.
Smoking also increases the risk of periodontal disease.
Good oral hygiene, a balanced diet, and regular dental visits can help
reduce your risk of developing periodontal disease.
Signs and symptoms of periodontal disease:
Even a Super Star smile won’t last
Without the supporting cast!
and avoid Periodontal Disease
The word periodontal means “around the tooth”. Periodontal disease
attacks the gums and the bone that support the teeth.
Plaque is a sticky film of food debris, bacteria, and saliva. If plaque is
not removed, it turns into calculus (tartar). When plaque and calculus
are not removed, they begin to destroy the gums and bone.
Periodontal disease is characterized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums.
Four out of five people have periodontal disease and don’t know it!
Most people are not aware of it because the disease is usually painless
in the early stages.
Not only is it the number one reason for tooth loss, research now
suggests that there is a link between periodontal disease and other
diseases such as, stroke, bacterial pneumonia, diabetes, cardiovascular
disease, and increased risk during pregnancy.
Research has shown that the inflammation and bacteria associated with
periodontal disease affects these systemic diseases and conditions.
Smoking also increases the risk of periodontal disease.
Good oral hygiene, a balanced diet, and regular dental visits can help
reduce your risk of developing periodontal disease.
Signs and symptoms of periodontal disease:
- Bleeding gums – Gums should never bleed, even when you
brush vigorously or use dental floss. - Loose teeth – Also caused by bone loss or weakened•
periodontal fibers (fibers that support
- New spacing between teeth – Caused by bone loss.
- Persistent bad breath – Caused by bacteria in the mouth.
- Pus around the teeth and gums – Sign that• there is an
infection present. - Receding gums – Loss of gum around a• tooth.
- Red and puffy gums – Gums should never be red or swollen.•
- Tenderness or Discomfort – Plaque, calculus, and bacteria
irritate the gums and teeth.
Even a Super Star smile won’t last
Without the supporting cast!
Dr. John M. Luckey
Comprehensive Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
| (951) 676-4556 |
