Dangers of Periodontal Disease

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<h1>Things to know about periodontal disease</h1>
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<p><img alt="Dangers of Periodontal Disease" height="300" src="http://reservedentalgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Depositphotos_5547441_XS-300x300.jpg" width="300" />Periodontal disease, an advanced form of gingivitis, is a serious infection of the gum and bones that surround the teeth. The human mouth contains bacteria naturally but when this bacteria becomes over abundant it forms plaque along teeth. Hardened plaque, or tartar, left on the teeth can become an irritant resulting in tender, red, and swollen gums.</p>
<p><a href="http://reservedentalgroup.com/boca-raton-dentist-services/boca-raton-periodontal-treatment"><strong>Periodontal disease is not just a simple irritation of the gums.</strong></a> Bacteria that accumulates and spreads through the gum line can cause many problems which is why this disease is associated with other dangers. On the milder side, these dangers include a persistent bad taste in the mouth or bad breath. It can also cause the gums to bleed when they are brushed. In more advanced cases of periodontal disease the gums begin to recede and pull away from the teeth creating pockets where debris and more bacteria can collect. These collections of bacteria lead to infection that trigger a response from the body’s immune system. Through trying to rid the body of the infection the gums and bones themselves are damaged. This can result in the loss of bone and tissue. <a href="http://reservedentalgroup.com/boca-raton-dentist-services/boca-raton-periodontal-treatment"><strong>Left untreated, periodontal disease often results in loose and shifting teeth or tooth loss.</strong></a></p>
<p>Many adults do have some form of gum disease although most are mild. This can include gingivitis and other inflammations of the gums. There are contributing factors that can increase the likelihood of this developing into the more advanced periodontal disease. These include smoking, poor dental hygiene, certain medications, and hormone fluctuations. In some instances genetic susceptibility may determine why the gum disease progresses for some and not others. For most cases good oral hygiene including brushing, flossing, and regular professional cleaning by a dentist is enough to halt its progression. A deeper cleaning done under a general anesthetic may be performed as well. In the most advanced cases surgical procedures are necessary to stop bone and tissue loss. These more invasive techniques can typically be avoided by watching for warning signs of periodontal disease and maintaining good oral health.</p>
<p><strong>Are your gums irritating you? Call Reserve Dental Group at (561) 852-7773 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Huber, your Boca Raton periodontal disease specialist.</strong></p>