Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people. Gum disease treatment is available at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark MO.
Gum disease is usually the result of poor brushing and flossing habits. When you don’t brush and floss on a regular basis, there is a build-up of plaque, which hardens into a substance called tartar. That’s why we recommend our patients brush and floss twice a day. It’s the best way to prevent plaque from building up.
No amount of brushing and flossing, however, will remove tartar from your teeth. It takes a professional cleaning to do that, which is why we also recommend our patients see us at least twice a year.
Risk factors for developing gum disease include:
- Smoking, which is the most significant
- Diabetes
- Genetics
- Certain illnesses, like AIDS, and their medication
- Medication that reduces the flow of saliva
The symptoms of gum disease include:
- Red or swollen gums
- Chronic bad breath
- Painful chewing
- Sensitive teeth
- Receding gums
The type of treatment a patient gets for gum disease depends on the extent of the condition. Part of the treatment might include behavioral changes, like giving up smoking. And it is essential that the patient adopts good daily dental care.
The plain truth is that anyone can get gum disease. But there is hope; the earlier it is detected, the sooner gum disease treatment can begin. People from Lake of the Ozarks and Osage Beach come to Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark MO for general and restorative dentistry. Contact us today!
Contact Premier Dental & Oral Health Group:
573-365-0220
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
24 North Shore Dr.
Lake Ozark, Missouri
65049
