Lincoln MA Dentist
Did you know that advanced gum disease can be responsible for the loss of teeth? It's true, but it is avoidable. The best way is to make a trip to the office of our
Lincoln MA dentist, Dr. Vidya Reddy, two times per year for a teeth cleaning (also called a dental cleaning). Fortunately, though, even if you have put off those sessions and are dealing with the later stage of gum disease, it may not be too late to avoid periodontal tooth loss.
It is dental plaque that leads to gum disease. The same bacterial film that is responsible for tooth decay is also the culprit for harming your gums, along with its hardened form, tartar. Gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease, typically has mild symptoms, such as redness and irritation. And the good news is that if caught at that point, Our
Lincoln MA dentist can reverse it with a teeth cleaning. On the other hand, as gum disease progresses, which is the result when you don't commit to six month teeth cleanings, the indications become more concerning. First comes bleeding when you brush, receding gums, and persistent bad breath. Later, you could suffer erosion of gum and bone tissue, and loose teeth. If you don't act urgently, teeth could end up falling out. When you notice any signs of periodontitis, the advanced stage, get in to see our
Lincoln MA dentist as soon as you can. With a deep cleaning called scaling and root planing, which gets down to the roots, the plaque and tartar can be removed, and the healing process can begin.
Although there are ways to replace the effects of periodontal tooth loss, notably dental implants, it is always preferable to keep your natural teeth whenever possible. So if you have not already done so, schedule an appointment today for gum maintenance.
Dr. Vidya Reddy
290 Baker Ave Ext. N-224
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 451-0516
By Vidya Reddy, DMD
August 29, 2017
