Periodontics
Periodontics Gum disease is a common dental disease which has the ability to greatly impact your oral health and overall
wellbeing. Not only do they affect the way soft tissues and bone structures connected to and support your teeth, but as
the disease worsens, it has the potential to cause so much bone loss that teeth become mobile and fall out.Gum disease begins
as gingivitis, a common condition that is caused when plaque biofilm is left along the gum lines for a long period. This is when
gum disease is in its earliest and most treatable stages. As the condition worsens, however, the plaque which isn’t properly removed
hardens, turning into what is known as tartar (calcified plaque). When this tartar is further left within the mouth, the gum disease
continues to spread, resulting in more complex concerns such as gum detachment and bone loss.In order to treat gum disease in its
early stages, it is vital that you’re aware of the disease’s warning signs and symptoms. These include:
- Bad breath (also known as halitosis)
- Loose teeth or tooth mobility
- Gum recession
- Swollen,bleeding gums (particularly while brushing or flossing)
- Pain and discomfort when biting and chewing
active gum disease can severely affect your body’s immune system, increasing your risk of potentially life-threatening health problems
such as cardiovascular disease (including heart attack and stroke), diabetes, infertility, and pneumonia. Periodontal disease can also
affect your unborn child, as it has been linked to premature birth and low birth weight in the past. routine check ups and cleaning are
vital for preventing such conditions.