What is Periodontal Disease? If you have been told you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’re not alone. Many adults in the U.S. currently have some form of the disease. Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost. Whether your gum disease is stopped, slowed, or gets worse depends a great deal on how well you care for your teeth and gums every day, from this point forward.
Mild to moderate gum disease can easily be addressed here at Dublin Woods Family Dentistry. We offer in depth hygiene services such as deep cleanings and more frequent dental visits to help get your gum health back on track. Cleanings and Recall Appointments are designed to suit your specific needs. Some people need 3-month recalls for a period of time, and others 6-month recalls. We are committed to offering the best hygiene routine that can help you overcome your gum disease.
We use a strong Referral System network to utilize Periodontal Specialists for treating moderate to severe gum disease and to perform necessary gum-related surgeries. We willingly refer patients to a more specialized practice that we know and trust to better accommodate those needs. Gum Disease and Heart Disease Gum disease is a bacterial infection that can affect conditions outside your mouth. In heart disease, one theory is that gum disease can cause bacteria to enter the bloodstream where they attach to the fatty deposits in the heart blood vessels. This condition can cause blood clots and may lead to heart attacks. For more information on the relevance of gum disease and overall heath click on the link below.