{"id":97,"date":"2018-12-14T19:39:28","date_gmt":"2018-12-14T19:39:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/blog\/?p=97"},"modified":"2021-12-06T16:36:37","modified_gmt":"2021-12-06T16:36:37","slug":"your-dentist-in-gahanna-discusses-the-different-stages-of-gum-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.claybrookedental.com\/blog\/your-dentist-in-gahanna-discusses-the-different-stages-of-gum-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Gahanna Discusses the Different Stages of Gum Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/gum-disease.jpg\" alt=\"woman shows pink spot on gums\" class=\"wp-image-98\" width=\"274\" height=\"183\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Studies show that, alarmingly, 85% of adult Americans have\nsome form of gum disease. Untreated, this can lead to tooth loss, and it can also\ncontribute to overall health issues. Two ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">prevent<\/a>\nand treat gum disease, though, is to understand the contributors and the different\nstages of the condition. As you read on, your dentist in Gahanna provides the information\nyou need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gum Disease Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main contributor to gum disease is the accumulation of\nbacteria in the mouth. If unaddressed, hundreds of them eventually form a super-structure\ncalled plaque. The sticky, clear substance quietly works its way beneath the gums\nand can cause inflammation, which is called gum disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the more common symptoms of the disease:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Tenderness<\/li><li>Unpleasant breath<\/li><li>Gums that easily bleed<\/li><li>Swollen or puffy gums<\/li><li>Red or white spots on the gums<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The urgency with which you respond to the above warning\nsigns will determine how well you recover from gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stage #1 \u2013 Gingivitis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease, and it\u2019s considered\nthe most favorable time to treat the condition. That\u2019s because any damage done\ncan typically be reversed at this point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The remedy may simply be to make improvements in your oral\nhygiene and to maintain more frequent dental visits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stage #2 \u2013 Periodontitis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, there may be irreversible damage to the\nsupporting bone and fibers that hold your teeth in place. Additionally, pockets\nmay start to develop beneath the gumline, which are places where food and plaque\nhave become trapped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist may recommend procedures like scaling and root\nplaning to restore your oral health. The former involves the professional\nremoving the plaque and bacteria that have formed pockets. The planing\nprocedure is then used to smooth the roots of the teeth to prevent any new accumulation\nof bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stage #3 \u2013 Advanced Periodontitis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the bacteria are allowed to linger for too long, they can\nfully dissolve the roots and eventually lead to tooth loss. At this point, more\naggressive forms of treatment may be needed, which could include complex surgical\nprocedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Prevention is the Best Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to treat gum disease is to avoid the situation.\nThat is accomplished through preventive dentistry, which includes visiting your\ndentist every six months for check-ups and cleanings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with practicing proper oral hygiene, which includes\nbrushing and flossing your teeth at least two times a day, visiting your\ndentist regularly fortifies your oral health. Additionally, it helps to prevent\nserious health issues like heart attack, stroke, hypertension and Alzheimer\u2019s\ndisease \u2013 all of which have been found to be influenced by the growth of dental\nbacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;So to get on the road\nto better oral and overall health, contact your dentist today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Brooke Buller is a friendly and caring dentist who graduated with her Doctor of Dental Surgery from The Ohio State University. She helps patients both prevent and overcome gum disease at Claybrooke Dental of Gahanna, and she can be reached for more information through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Studies show that, alarmingly, 85% of adult Americans have some form of gum disease. Untreated, this can lead to tooth loss, and it can also contribute to overall health issues. 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