If you are looking for gum disease information then you have come to the right place. Gum disease can range from the mild and barely noticeable to the very serious and difficult to treat. It can even lead to tooth loss. Gum disease is perfectly preventable with proper oral hygiene, but if left untreated can take serious professional treatment to remedy. The sooner you treat gum disease the better the results, but it is always better to prevent the disease with proper oral hygiene.

          Proper gum disease information can help you prevent gum disease. Gingivitis is the most mild form of gum disease and is most often caused by improper oral hygiene. With gingivitis there is generally little or no discomfort, though the gums will redden and swell and may caue bad breath. Gingivitis will also cause the gums to bleed easily, so if you notice blood when brushing or flossing, see a dentist. Gingivitis can be completely reversible with proper oral care, professional treatment is not always required.

          The best gum disease information you can get is from your dentist. If gingivitis remains untreated it can worsen into periodontitis. This infection is serious enough to affect the bones and ligaments that support your teeth. If it is not treated it can lead to tooth and bone loss. At this stage, serious treatment is needed. Generally scaling and root planing, along with proper oral hygiene, can remedy periodontitis. Modern techniques even allow for dentist to replace bone that has been lost to the disease.

          If you would like more gum disease information and would like to speak with a dentist, please consider scheduling a dental examination at the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our dentists are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being and you are welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like to make an appointment with Dr. Padolsky, call 404-874-7428.