Proper tooth alignment makes your smile more attractive, allows your bite to function properly, and makes it easier to keep your teeth and gums clean. When your teeth are crooked, your toothbrush and floss can’t properly clean every surface. Overlapping edges, uneven gum coverage, and more can make it easier for oral bacteria to hide and lead to issues like periodontal disease.
When wisdom teeth (third molars) become impacted, they can cause debilitating levels of discomfort as they push against other teeth and surrounding jawbone structure. When one or more of them partially erupt from the gums, they can leave spaces for bacteria to easily work their underneath the tissues and lead to gum disease.
Dental restorations like crowns, veneers, and other customized options help rebuild tooth structure, often affecting how the gums cover the tooth. If the restoration fails, then the gum line near the tooth can recede, making that area of your gums more vulnerable to harmful bacteria and disease.
There are many things that can increase your risk of periodontal disease, but you can mitigate those risks with regular care and attention from your periodontal expert. To learn more, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kania by calling her periodontal office in Encinitas/San Diego, CA, at (760) 642-0711.
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