How Proper Hygiene Prevents Periodontal Disease

encinitas hygiene habitsOur team understands how to protect gums, whether that means preventing gingivitis from becoming periodontal disease, or by managing the disease to prevent tooth loss and other complications. But you can also take action to protect your smile. In today’s blog, your Encinitas, CA, periodontist talks about good oral hygiene and periodontal disease prevention.

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Linking Tooth Loss And Periodontal Disease

How often are tooth loss and gum disease linked together? Poor periodontal health is actually the leading reason why adults lose teeth. As damage from an infection worsens, tissue destruction leaves them without the support they need to maintain their complete smile, and so teeth are either extracted by necessity or lost on their own. Recognizing this link can help you understand the importance of properly managing problems with poor gum health. If you have struggled to prevent infections or currently have active problems with periodontal disease, our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice can help you. Whether you have already experienced tooth loss or hope to avoid it, we can work with you to help you preserve your well-being and appearance. (more…)