How To Prevent Gum Disease
27 July, 2015General Dentistry
As the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, periodontal disease, otherwise known as gum disease, is an inflammatory condition that happens when toxins in plaque begin to deteriorate bone and gum tissue in the mouth. The disease can affect tissues surrounding the tooth, and even the jawbone itself. Unfortunately, periodontal disease isn’t always blatantly apparent until the pain or irritation becomes extremely noticeable, and in turn calls for immediate action.
As the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, periodontal disease, otherwise known as gum disease, is an inflammatory condition that happens when toxins in plaque begin to deteriorate bone and gum tissue in the mouth. The disease can affect tissues surrounding the tooth, and even the jawbone itself. Unfortunately, periodontal disease isn’t always blatantly apparent until the pain or irritation becomes extremely noticeable, and in turn calls for immediate action.