Periodontal Disease diagnosis is based on a clinical examination, careful charting of the gum tissues and the radiographic findings. There are several stages and each is approached in a slightly different manor. Patients should always become educated on what stage they are in and how they can help themselves fight their problems.

           An essential part of Periodontal Disease diagnosis is the clinical examination and oral history. A number of medical conditions, such as diabetes, also influences the treatment and as best as possible, the dentist should be curious if there is an underlying problem. How quick and aggressive the infection is progressing is significant information and the age of the patient is also important. An eight six years old female with 40 percent bone loss is approached significantly different than a 19 year old male with the same amount of bone loss.

          Periodontal probing and charting is done early in the process of Periodontal Disease diagnosis. The dental hygienist measures the depth of each periodontal pocket surrounding each tooth is measured and recorded. Areas of bone loss between tooth roots are also diagramed along with a number of other important findings such as tooth mobility or bleeding on probing.

          Good dental x-rays must be included in proper Periodontal Disease diagnosis. The dental radiographs show the amount and type of bone loss around the teeth. Even bone loss is much preferred that erratic up and down valleys and hills. Odd shaped bone loss complicates the ability of a patient to keep the gum tissues clean. In some cases, the density of the remaining bone can be noted which also helps with an idea of the patient's prognosis. The dentists of the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. They offer periodontal disease treatment and you are welcome to join their family of patients. If you wish to schedule a free dental consultation with Atlanta Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call 404-874-7428.