{"id":967,"date":"2019-05-13T17:44:18","date_gmt":"2019-05-13T17:44:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/?p=967"},"modified":"2023-07-18T15:29:21","modified_gmt":"2023-07-18T15:29:21","slug":"periodontal-disease-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/periodontal-disease-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentist Provides Answers To the 5 Top Periodontal Disease FAQ\u2019s"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Illustration-of-the-stages-of-gum-disease-.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-968\" width=\"294\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Illustration-of-the-stages-of-gum-disease-.jpg 215w, https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Illustration-of-the-stages-of-gum-disease--150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 294px) 100vw, 294px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, affects an\nestimated 65 million people in the U.S. Despite its prevalence, many people\nhave questions about gum disease and aren\u2019t sure what the causes, consequences,\nor available treatments are. When it comes to your health, knowledge is power!\nKeep reading to get answers to the top 5 periodontal disease FAQ&#8217;s and find out\nhow to minimize the risks from this common condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Are the Dangers of Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gum disease poses serious risks to your oral and overall\nhealth. First, it\u2019s the leading cause of tooth loss, which surprises many\npeople. This occurs because the gums support the teeth and keep them in place, and\nas these structures become damaged, the teeth can become loose and fall out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Second, there\u2019s a strong mouth-body connection, and many studies\nhave been done showing that gum disease increases the risk of all of the\nfollowing: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heart disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain types of cancer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stroke<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dementia and Alzheimer\u2019s disease <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pregnancy complications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What Causes Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are multiple potential causes of gum disease and, in\nmany cases, there\u2019s more than one factor involved at a time. Here are some of\nthe most common causes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Poor oral hygiene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heredity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smoking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. What Are the Signs of Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The early stages of gum disease include symptoms like red,\ntender, puffy, or bleeding gums. As it becomes more advanced, you might notice\nmore severe bleeding, loose teeth, chronic bad breath, or pus under the\ngumline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any of these symptoms, schedule a checkup to\nhave your gums examined. There are great treatments, but they\u2019re more effective\nwhen done early on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. How Is Gum Disease Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This condition can\u2019t be cured, but with effective gum disease treatment, it <em>can<\/em> be managed to prevent it from getting worse. First, your dentist may recommend a \u201cdeep cleaning,\u201d also called scaling and root planing. This special cleaning is usually done in 2-4 visits and thoroughly removes tartar and bacteria from under the gumline. The roots of the teeth are also smoothed to prevent bacteria from re-accumulating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also have an antibiotic gel placed under the gums to\ntarget the deep pockets where bacteria are active. Usually done right after a\ndeep cleaning, this is a great addition that can significantly improve your gum\nhealth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How Can I Prevent Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with all things, prevention is much easier than\ntreatment. Good oral hygiene habits are crucial, along with regular cleanings\nand checkups to remove the deposits of tartar under the gumline. With just\nthese simple guidelines, you\u2019ll greatly reduce your risk of gum disease and the\nmany serious side effects that go with it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Dr. Rick Cofer<\/a>\nis a Texas native who has many years of experience as a family dentist. He\nunderstands the consequences of unhealthy gum and provides multiple types of\ngum disease treatment to minimize his patients\u2019 risk. If you have any questions\nor would like to schedule an appointment, he can be reached via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierdentalwaco.com\/contact.html\">website.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, affects an estimated 65 million people in the U.S. Despite its prevalence, many people have questions about gum disease and aren\u2019t sure what the causes, consequences, or available treatments are. When it comes to your health, knowledge is power! 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