Did you know 64.7 million American’s suffer from some form of gum disease? Early stages of gum disease can be reversed, but advanced gum disease will require serious treatment. When the gums start to bleed, swell, and recede, it will lead to problems for your teeth. The roots of your teeth can become exposed, which leads to pain and irritation. Here are some things you need to know about gum disease, and how you can care for your teeth.
How Gum Disease Happens
Daily brushing and flossing has a large impact on your gums. Plaque starts to build up around the teeth, which goes below the surface of the gum line. When plaque and bacteria penetrate the gums, it causes the first stage of gum disease known as gingivitis. If you do not start flossing and brushing now, the gum disease will continue moving to an advanced stage where it is painful. Early stages of gum disease need you to start flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash to destroy the bacteria. Some patients will require prescription mouthwash and toothpaste to reverse gum disease.
Common Symptoms of Gum Disease
The initial symptoms of gum disease start with a little blood when you floss your teeth. The gums can turn from a pink color to a reddish color, which is problematic as it shows you are starting the early stage of gum disease. Here are some other symptoms of gum disease:
- Inflammation of the gums
- Pain
- Gum depressions
- Tooth movement
- Tooth loss
- Discoloration of tooth structure
- Receding gums
Advanced Stages of Gum Disease
If you do not meet with a dentist to start treatment for gum disease, it can lead to increased problems with your gums. Here are the three stages of gum disease
- Gingivitis
- Moderate periodontal disease
- Severe periodontal disease
Gum Disease Treatment in Layton
Surgery is required for advanced stages of gum disease. Gum flap surgery is the most common treatment method. Gum flap surgery is painful as it requires the dentist to remove the infected tissue and stitch the healthy gums back together.
Failure to have the correct treatments for your teeth and gums can lead to serious, painful oral health issues. We have the right treatment methods to reverse gum disease before it gets to a point where it is incredibly painful and expensive to treat.
Why Choose Us?
No one deserves to have this happen to their teeth. We want to prevent this from happening to your teeth. Our trained and qualified staff can treat gum disease before it comes to a pint where you need gum flap surgery. We analyze teeth, gums and bone with a thorough evaluation using the latest dental technology. If there is any pain during the procedure the gums are not healthy. We offer solutions for our patients–oral hygiene, regular checkups and a well balanced diet–to reduce or eliminate the threat of gum disease completely. Contact Layton Hills Dental today to schedule an appointment with our staff to prevent gum disease before it costs you your smile!