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Gum Diseases and Their Treatment


Periodontitis
When a gingivitis sufferer doesn’t properly treat their gingivitis, it becomes more serious and turns into periodontitis. Periodontitis is the progressive loss of bone around the roots of teeth, caused by microorganisms that grow on tooth surfaces. If left untreated, it can lead to the loosening and even loss of teeth. The prevention of gingivitis and periodontitis are same: keeping your teeth clean and removing the bacteria and other microorganisms

The Primary Treatment of Gum Disease
If you brush your teeth properly twice every day, keep them clean, and floss regularly, it lessens the possibility of gum disease. If you don’t brush your teeth, bacteria builds up and plaque turns to tartar that, day by day, causes of gum disease (as well as tooth decay). Therefore, if you properly clean your teeth every day and see an experienced dentist every six months, then you might be free of tension of gum diseases.
There are many kinds of gum disease, including gingivitis and periodontitis. However, these can be prevented by brushing, flossing, and seeing a dentist every six months. With care, your gums will remain healthy for many years to come.

Hi I am Dr. Darren Flowers the proud owner of Flowers Dentistry in Anthem,Arizona. Besides going dentistry, I also enjoys writing for various dental journals and spending time with my family.