Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease attacks the gums and bone around the teeth. Plaque is a sticky film formed of food, bacteria, and saliva. If plaque is not removed it changes into calculus and begins to destroy the gum and bone - gums become red, swollen, and start to bleed. Many people do not know that they have periodontal disease because in the early phase it is painless.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

• Bleeding gums - gums should never bleed
• Loose teeth - weakened periodontal fibers
• Spacing between teeth - caused by bone loss
• Persistent bad breath - bacteria in the mouth
• Pus around the teeth and gums - infection present
• Receding gums - loss of gum around a tooth
• Red and puffy gums - gums should never be red or swollen
• Tenderness

Diagnosis - Treatment (non surgical) - Maintenance