Periodontal Disease Prevention begins with regular oral hygiene at home. It's a gum infection that is caused by oral bacteria and if the bacteria can't eat, they can't grow. By keeping your teeth excellently clean, the bacteria are limited in their ability to cause damage. Of course, this begins with the basics, brushing and flossing after every meal. If you have a predisposition to gum problems, you can effectively fight it this way.

          Excellent Periodontal Disease Prevention also requires regular professional cleanings and polishings. Regardless of how good your oral hygiene is, there is a high probability that you're not getting all of the food off of your teeth. A dental hygienist can recognize the signs and symptoms of gums disease and attack them. Dental Hygienists also perform scaling and root planing which is an important method of removing the bacteria that cause periodontal disease. To avoid periodontal disease tooth loss, it is very important for every patient to take an active role in their own periodontal disease treatment.

          Eating a well balanced and nutritious diet is also important in Periodontal Disease Prevention. This is important no matter who you are and also serves to protect you against a host of other medical problems. Taking vitamins and minerals, especially calcium and Vitamin C, and/or supplements, such as Q10, probably help. A number of oral hygiene products, such as the Sonicare toothbrush, can also help greatly. However, it is very important to fully understand that home care alone will not prevent periodontal pocket and bone defect problems. You need to establish a close relationship with a caring dentist.

          Periodontal Disease Prevention is a keystone to good dental and medical health. You are welcome to join our family of patients. The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. They offer comprehensive General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry including periodontal treatment. If you are having dental problems and wish to schedule a free dental consultation with Atlanta Family Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call 404-874-7428.