Be Wary of Periodontitis

If you have red swollen gums or gingivitis, and paid it no heed, then be wary as the bone underneath your gums may be inflamed. This is called periodontitis, a serious gum infection.

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Gums are normally firm and pink in color. You will know that you have periodontal disease if your gums are red and bleed easily.

The inner layer of the gum and bone yank away from the teeth forming periodontal pockets. These pockets can turn to a rest stop for food debris, making your gums more infected.  Your body’s immune system starts to fight the bacteria and plaque buildup, in turn the tissues that hold your tooth in place starts to break down.

If left untreated, the periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss, heart attack, stroke and other critical illnesses.

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The dentist may recommend a non-surgical procedure such as root planing and antibiotics. However, if your periodontal disease has advanced, you now have to opt for surgical treatments such as periodontal pocket reduction, tissue and bone grafting, enamel matrix derivative application, among others. 

Dr. Cecilia Lontoc DMD is one of the best dentists. For more information or to schedule your dental checkup, please call (310) 782-6155  or visit our website at www.cecilialontocdmd.com