Gum Health

The #1 Reason Teeth Are Lost

Are you suffering from gum disease? It’s the number one reason people lose their teeth. Unfortunately, you may not realize you’re in trouble until it’s too late. Not sure if your teeth are in danger? Symptoms include bleeding gums when you brush or floss, and loose or shifting teeth. Even if you’ve been advised you need gum surgery, we can help. Modern dental procedures have made it possible to control gum disease with a number of non-surgical methods.

Gum Disease Can Contribute to Heart Disease and Even Stroke

Medical research has demonstrated that gum disease contributes to the onset of stroke, heart disease, and many other illnesses. This is a serious matter since heart disease is usually fatal, which means treating gum disease is critical to preserving your overall health.

The American Dental Association estimates that 8 out of 10 Americans have periodontal (gum) disease. Percentages this high should ensure gum disease would be handled as an epidemic. Because tooth loss is thought of as merely unpleasant, not immediately life-threatening, the severity of the disease has been ignored for far too long. However, things are changing.

The American Academy of Periodontology has distributed information that states, “Studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases.” In short, the bacteria that destroys your teeth and gums when you have periodontal disease can move into your bloodstream and create problems in your heart, lungs, and other vital organs.

There Is Hope!

Most dental insurance plans cover the cost of treating gum disease. While in some severe cases surgery is the only reasonable treatment, there are now powerful NON-surgical treatments that, when combined with improved dental hygiene, can virtually stop the spread of the disease.

We can help arrest your gum disease and bring your smile back to health. Give us a call today at (215) 716-7228.