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Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection of the gums, bones, and other tissues supporting teeth. Periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss if not treated promptly. What causes periodontal disease? Periodontal disease is a progressive condition that occurs when bacteria in the mouth build up and irritate the gums, leading to inflammation, gum recession, and eventual bone loss. The bacteria …
Periodontics is a specialty in the field of dentistry. A periodontist is a dentist first, who then receives extra training in periodontics. What is periodontics? Periodontology is the study of the supporting structures for teeth and the diseases and conditions that affect them. A periodontist treats the gums, jaw bone, and ligaments that support the teeth. The most common issue …
You are familiar with what a dentist does, but what exactly is a periodontist? Perhaps you’ve been referred to a periodontist due to severe gum disease or to have a dental implant placed. A periodontist is a specific type of dentist with a specialty in periodontics, which refers to the health of the gums and bones that support the teeth. …
An important part of your oral health, in addition to the condition of your teeth, is your periodontal (gum) health. And because the health of your teeth and gums go hand in hand, it’s equally important to monitor and treat periodontal disease. Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the gums that can become serious when not treated. Your gums …
For decades, the first line of treatment for the early stages of gum disease has been a procedure called scaling and root planing. During this treatment, tartar deposits below the gumline are scraped away using a specialized dental tool, then the root is smoothed to allow the gums to reattach. Scaling and root planing is safe and effective, but with …
