Gum DiseaseRockville, MD

Understanding How To Maintain Healthy Gums Will Save You Time & Money

Before you can effectively maintain your gums and teeth you must first understand the factors that cause gum disease and deterioration of the bone and tissue that support your teeth.

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Reasons To See A Periodontist

If plaque and tartar is left on the teeth, as we mentioned before, it provides the right conditions for bacteria to thrive. The bacteria irritate the gums, which can cause them to bleed more easily. You may notice this if you are brushing your teeth or eating, and your gums bleed a bit. This is the early stage of gum disease called gingivitis.

Maintaining Periodontal Health

If you have gingivitis, your dentist or hygienist will clean your teeth by scaling and polishing them. They may also recommend an antiseptic mouthwash containing chlorhexidine and show you how to brush and floss your teeth effectively. Most adults have some degree of gum disease.

Dr. Steven Rice, Periodontist in Washington DC, does Oral DNA Testing for Gum Disease

Gum Disease Can Lead to a Higher Risk of Other Diseases

Common symptoms of deep pocket depths and gum disease are as follows:

• Bad Breath
• Loose Teeth
• Bleeding Gums
• Tarter and Calculus Build-up
• Tooth Wear
• Grinding or Clinching your teeth
• Bone Loss

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Symptoms of Gum Disease

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The first time she came to Advanced Laser Gum Surgery she was extremely nervous. During her consultation she began feeling comfortable with periodontist there Dr. Rice. Dr. Steven Rice has over 30 years of periodontal experience and is constantly updating his dental education with new techniques such as the mininimally invasive LANAP - laser gum disease treatment.

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