Do you have discomfort in your gums, or possibly even bleeding when you brush and floss? If so, then you could be experiencing the warning signs of gum disease, and care is needed to avoid discomfort and eventual tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Brooklyn, NY, periodontist and dental implant expert talks about recognizing the warning signs of gum disease.
How Do You Know If You Have Periodontal Disease?
What warning signs should you be aware of? When you develop gingivitis or the early stages of gum disease, you could experience recession in your gums, or they could feel sore and sensitive. There could also be bleeding when you brush and floss. As the issue grows in severity, the teeth could pull away from the teeth, with this recession masking teeth appear longer. This could expose the portions of the roots unprotected by enamel, which could allow painful cavities to develop. You could develop toothaches. Don’t ignore these potential warning signs, contact our periodontist right away for an exam and to discuss possible periodontic solutions.
The Causes and Impacts
Factors behind gingivitis and gum disease include plaque and tartar buildup caused by poor brushing and flossing habits and/or a diet high in sugar and starch. Tobacco use could be a factor, as could a family history of periodontal struggles. The use of certain medications or even the presence of inflammatory illnesses like heart disease or diabetes could be factors as well. Without treatment, the disease will grow in severity until the connective tissues linking your teeth and gums are deserved. This attachment loss is linked to loose and missing teeth! We want to help you keep your smile whole and healthy for years to come.
Treatment Options
With periodontic care, we can help manage the disease and protect your smile from tooth loss and discomfort. With a deep cleaning, followed by routine cleanings and holistic treatments, we can manage the early stages to keep your smile full. If you have periodontal disease in the more advanced stage, we could use dental lasers followed by preventive care to keep the issue in check and ensure your smile stays full. If you suffer from tooth loss due to periodontitis, we could offer dental implants, which look and function like natural teeth. We could even secure a full set of new teeth in one visit with All-On-Four!
If you have any questions about how to tackle tooth loss and enjoy a full smile again, or about managing gum disease, then contact our team today!
Brooklyn Periodontics Can Help Your Gums Stay Healthy
Our team wants to help you enjoy good oral health by managing issues like periodontal disease. For more information on improving your gum health, then please call Brooklyn Periodontics & Implantology in Brooklyn, NY at (718) 444-3800 today.
