As gum disease worsens, the bacteria under your gum line can create deep pockets between your gums and teeth, and eventually weaken the support that your teeth have. This leads to tooth loss, which can have a harmful effect on your smile and oral health. This condition can also make it more difficult for you to manage your general health. Bacteria that travel through your bloodstream can affect other areas, and your infection can interfere with how well your body can manage other conditions that you are trying to control.
If your diagnostic review shows that there is still time to prevent periodontal disease from becoming a long-term issue, we can recommend a scaling and root planing. This detailed cleaning removes bacteria that are causing your infection, which will help you return to good health and avoid any further complications. In some cases, we will recommend that an individual begin Supportive Periodontal Maintenance, a series of thorough cleanings that prevent complications when you already suffer from periodontal disease.
If your condition is severe enough to require more involved care, we can lay out your options and help you understand how you can proceed. We provide many different services, including treatments with laser technology to safely remove bacteria and infected tissues. For our patients who have already lost teeth due to gum disease, we can begin plans to restore your smile by placing dental implants that are capable of permanently holding lifelike restorations in place.
A periodontal infection can be a serious issue, one that can impact your general health in alarming ways. At our office, we provide helpful information and treatment options to those who are concerned they might suffer advanced gum disease. If you think that you might require treatment for this problem, call Dr. Kania’s office in Encinitas/San Diego, CA, at (760) 642-0711.
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