Though most Bridgewater area residents are fairly health-conscious, periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Smiles for Life Dental Care, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until our team diagnoses it. Fortunately, it can be treated with varying degrees of treatment depending on the severity.
What is periodontal disease? Periodontal disease, more commonly called ‘gum disease’, is an inflammation or infection of the gums. Periodontal disease can be very painful in some extreme conditions and can limit your ability to eat normally. In some cases, periodontal disease can affect your smile and can create cosmetic concerns.
If left untreated, periodontal disease can cause irreversible damage such as tooth loss. When caught early and treated, periodontal disease can be managed and, ultimately, cured. However, the best policy for Texas dental patients is to practice good dental hygiene to keep periodontal disease at bay. We recommend scheduling a dental check-up and cleaning.
Don’t take the risk of allowing existing dental problems like gum disease to progress. At Smiles For Life Dental Care, we are committed to the highest standard of dental care and patient satisfaction.
