Poor oral hygiene can lead to more than just bad breath; it can ultimately lead to periodontal disease. Periodontal disease, also referred to as periodontitis, is a preventable oral disease that affects approximately three million people in the United States every year. The earlier stages of periodontitis can be identified by signs of red, inflamed, and bleeding gums.
The first stage of periodontal disease would be gingivitis. Gingivitis is the mildest and most common stage of periodontal disease in Americans. If the gingivitis stage is ignored, your mouth will surely develop early stages of periodontitis. Periodontitis can develop from bad into worse quickly.
Our La Jolla dentist understands that when a certain case has reached this late stage, it is best to seek the assistance of a dentist who is well experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease as well as have a mastery in the placement of dental implants. Our dentist is familiar with modern techniques for diagnosing and treating periodontal disease, and if needed will perform any additional cosmetic treatments to restore the look and most importantly function to your smile.
