May 11, 2017

If you are like most people, you probably think that gum disease is a condition that is solely caused by poor dental hygiene. However, the risk of developing gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) increases with certain hormonal changes in women, some medications, smoking and genetics. While the disease is more common among older people, it can also affect younger individuals. In order to protect your oral health, it is important to receive gum disease treatment in Johnson City, TN, as soon as you notice symptoms.

How Can You Recognize Gum Disease?

Gum disease is hard to miss if you are paying close attention to your oral health. Most of its symptoms are fairly noticeable and include:

  • Increased tooth sensitivity
  • Swollen, red and bleeding gums
  • Pain when chewing
  • Gum tenderness
  • Persistent and severe bad breath
  • Loose teeth
  • Receding gums

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, schedule an appointment with your dentist right away. While periodontal disease can’t be cured, it can be managed with prompt and consistent oral care.

How Is Gum Disease Treated?

Not all dentists offer the same options for gum disease treatment in Johnson City, TN. However, most offer scaling and root planing procedures that eliminate plaque and tartar below the gum line and reduce the depths of your periodontal pockets. Others may recommend osseous surgery for advanced stages of the disease. Osseous surgery is also frequently referred to as “flap surgery” and involves smoothing the root and bone surfaces with special tools. Gum or bone grafts may be offered in conjunction with osseous surgery to build up any tissue that has been damaged by periodontal disease.

Reserve Your Appointment

If you are experiencing one or more gum disease symptoms, don’t wait to receive treatment. Untreated periodontal disease has been linked to diabetes, cancer and other dangerous health conditions. Take good care of your oral and overall health by calling Greg Moore Sedation and Family Dentistry and scheduling gum disease treatment in Johnson City, TN.

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