Due to the many different potential causes of tooth loss, everyone’s risks of experiencing it are different. However, periodontal disease is the leading cause of permanent tooth loss, and therefore, having it significantly raises your risks of losing teeth. That’s because the disease systematically destroys your gums and jawbone that support your teeth, leaving them with little support and causing them to fall out or need extraction. If you notice signs such as redness, swelling, and bleeding in your gums, then you should speak with your dentist or periodontal expert as soon as possible to limit how much damage the disease can cause.
In more severe cases of periodontal disease, tooth loss isn’t always the only concern. The chronic inflammation that characterizes the disease can also increase your risks of uncontrolled inflammation throughout the rest of your body. As a significant risk factor in many different health conditions, this unchecked inflammation can also heighten your risk for health issues such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, dementia, and much more. In fact, several studies have shown that patients with severe periodontal disease are at a much higher risk of developing other chronic inflammatory diseases.
If not treated and controlled properly, periodontal disease can have significantly negative impacts on your oral and overall health. For more information, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kania by calling her periodontal office in Encinitas/San Diego, CA, at (760) 642-0711.
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