At least 80% of the population has some degree of gum disease and most
don’t know it. Gum disease is responsible for up to 70% of adult
tooth loss, and it does not give clear warning signs that an untrained
eye would notice. A dentist or hygienist must do a thorough and complete
examination to detect it; especially in it’s early stages. Gum
disease is similar to high blood pressure, or heart disease, by the time
the person who has it notices symptoms it is in its advanced stages.
Gum disease has been identified as a potential link to heart disease,
stroke, diabetes, pre-mature births, and low birth weight. It
is an infection of the gums and the bone supporting your teeth.
The bacteria, and chemical by-products of your body's attempt
to fight the bacteria, can enter the blood stream and cause serious
problems in distant parts of the body. It is critical to have
the teeth cleaned and a thorough examination a minimum of twice
a year, and it is critical that you do a thorough job at home
cleaning the teeth twice daily. The good news is that gum disease
can be treated and prevented. Today there are numerous aids available
to help us, which include special toothbrushes, toothpastes, rinses
and even prescription medications can help. The dentists at Fairfield
Dental Associates can recommend the appropriate treatment method
only after examination of your condition.
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