Periodontal or gum disease is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Left untreated, periodontal disease results in
significant decay of jaw bone around teeth. In essence, the bone "melts" away exposing the roots which causes the teeth
to fall out. Furthermore, the growing body of evidence suggests that periodontal disease is interrelated with such
dangerous health conditions as heart disease, lung infections, and premature births (click here for clinical research).
The early and moderate periodontal disease may exhibit few, if any, symptoms. However, warning signs of advanced
periodontal disease may include red, swollen, or bleeding gums; persistent bad breath; permanent teeth that are loose or
separating; or changes in the way your teeth fit together when you bite.
CHECKING FOR PERIODONTAL DISEASE
During each routine checkup, we will examine you for periodontal disease. A periodontal probe is used to determine if
there is any breakdown in the gum and bone tissue attachment or if pockets - unhealthy spaces between your gums and
teeth - have developed due to inflammation. Periodontal probe allows us to measure the depth of the pockets around your
teeth. The deeper the pocket, the larger the scope of the periodontal disease. There are many stages and forms of
periodontal disease, including:
significant decay of jaw bone around teeth. In essence, the bone "melts" away exposing the roots which causes the teeth
to fall out. Furthermore, the growing body of evidence suggests that periodontal disease is interrelated with such
dangerous health conditions as heart disease, lung infections, and premature births (click here for clinical research).
The early and moderate periodontal disease may exhibit few, if any, symptoms. However, warning signs of advanced
periodontal disease may include red, swollen, or bleeding gums; persistent bad breath; permanent teeth that are loose or
separating; or changes in the way your teeth fit together when you bite.
CHECKING FOR PERIODONTAL DISEASE
During each routine checkup, we will examine you for periodontal disease. A periodontal probe is used to determine if
there is any breakdown in the gum and bone tissue attachment or if pockets - unhealthy spaces between your gums and
teeth - have developed due to inflammation. Periodontal probe allows us to measure the depth of the pockets around your
teeth. The deeper the pocket, the larger the scope of the periodontal disease. There are many stages and forms of
periodontal disease, including:
TREATING AND PREVENTING PERIODONTAL DISEASE
Treatment will depend on the type of periodontal disease and how far the condition has progressed.
Treatment options include Scaling, Root Planing, and Oral Irrigation.
Treatment will depend on the type of periodontal disease and how far the condition has progressed.
Treatment options include Scaling, Root Planing, and Oral Irrigation.
If deep pockets are found and bone has
been destroyed, your dentist may
recommend periodontal surgery.
To help protect against periodontal disease,
it is key to prevent the buildup of plaque.
Remember to have regular professional
cleanings in addition to brushing and
flossing every day.
been destroyed, your dentist may
recommend periodontal surgery.
To help protect against periodontal disease,
it is key to prevent the buildup of plaque.
Remember to have regular professional
cleanings in addition to brushing and
flossing every day.
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514 Ocean Pkwy, L2
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(718) 435-2330
Brooklyn, NY 11218
(718) 435-2330
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| Treatment: Scaling Root Planning Oral Irrigation Periodontal Surgery |
| Treatment: Scaling Root Planning Oral Irrigation Periodontal Surgery |
| Treatment: Extractions Tooth Replacement |
| Treatment: Cleaning to prevent progression of the disease |
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All Rights Reserved.
The One & Only Dental Care is proud to offer a dedicated team of highly trained doctors including a general dentist, cosmetic dentist, endodontist,
prosthodontist, and periodontist. We welcome patients from all over the New York area including Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island, Queens, New
Jersey, and Long Island. Our doctors provide full range of general and cosmetic dental services for the whole family including regular dental exams
and cleanings to help detect and prevent gum disease, tooth pain, tooth decay, and oral cancer. In addition, we specialize in teeth whitening,
Invisalign, porcelain veneers, dental implants, porcelain crowns, root canal therapy, dentures, bridges, full mouth restoration, and much more.
Questions? Please feel free to call us at (718) 435-2330 and speak with one of our doctors.
All Rights Reserved.
The One & Only Dental Care is proud to offer a dedicated team of highly trained doctors including a general dentist, cosmetic dentist, endodontist,
prosthodontist, and periodontist. We welcome patients from all over the New York area including Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island, Queens, New
Jersey, and Long Island. Our doctors provide full range of general and cosmetic dental services for the whole family including regular dental exams
and cleanings to help detect and prevent gum disease, tooth pain, tooth decay, and oral cancer. In addition, we specialize in teeth whitening,
Invisalign, porcelain veneers, dental implants, porcelain crowns, root canal therapy, dentures, bridges, full mouth restoration, and much more.
Questions? Please feel free to call us at (718) 435-2330 and speak with one of our doctors.
The One And Only Dental Care
514 Ocean Pkwy, L2, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Call Us Now: (718) 435-2330
514 Ocean Pkwy, L2, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Call Us Now: (718) 435-2330