Gum Disease

GUM DISEASE

Gum Disease is the most common reason why adults lose their teeth!

The Stages of Gum Disease

Gum disease is extremely common, but when it goes untreated, it can lead to major oral problems, including tooth loss. Since this condition may be present in your mouth, it is vital to recognize the three stages of gum disease. When you know what is happening in your mouth, you can uncover treatments that will restore positive oral health.

Gingivitis

The first stage of gum disease is Gingivitis. At this point, plaque builds on teeth and along the gum line, which leads to inflammation. Gums appear red, and bleeding may occur. A person may experience halitosis as well.

Periodontitis

The next stage of gum disease is Periodontitis. Teeth separate from the gums and deeper pockets begin to develop. This makes it challenging for a person to completely clean all of the mouth. These pockets become places where calculus forms and may start to harm the tissue that keeps teeth in place. At this point, a dentist may prescribe antibiotics to stop bacteria from depositing and to halt the loss of tissue.

Advanced Periodontitis

The final stage of gum disease is Advanced Periodontitis. It is the time when extreme damage has been done. Ligaments may be totally deteriorated, and bone loss may be a problem. Since gaps between gums and teeth have become severe, infections are likely to begin. To solve the problem, diseased teeth are commonly pulled, and bone grafts may need to be performed.

Gum Disease is the most common reason why adults lose their teeth – with good Oral Hygiene and regular visits to your Hygienist we can help to combat this.

Do your gums bleed ?  If your eyes or ears were bleeding you would visit your doctor straight away – don’t accept this as normal, it is your body’s way of telling you something isn’t right – call us or pop in for a friendly chat – we are kind, approachable hygienists who are here to help – we don’t judge you on the past only concentrate on the future and how we can help you to keep your teeth into old age – no one wants to be taking them out at the end of the day and putting them into a glass  – just not attractive – watch the following video which will explain Gum Disease to you in detail and then watch the Whoopi Goldberg video – information Is key and Gum Disease has been ignored for far too long.