Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando offers comprehensive solutions for treating periodontal (gum) disease. Contact our office for more information.
A periodontist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Periodontal disease ranges from a mild inflammation of the gum tissues to periodontitis, a serious condition that can result in soft tissue and bone damage. Periodontitis is the leading cause of adult tooth loss in the United States. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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A periodontist is a dentist with 2-3 years of additional training in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Bleeding gums are often a sign of gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums. It’s a common and mild form of gum disease, and it’s caused by a buildup of plaque at your gum line. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Treatment of bleeding gums depends on the cause. Common treatments include improved oral hygiene, professional teeth cleaning, or scaling and root planing procedures. Paying more attention to proper brushing and flossing can stop gums from bleeding if the problem is related to dental hygiene. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Signs of gingivitis, the mildest and most treatable form of periodontal disease, include reddening, swelling and bleeding gums. Other symptoms are chronic halitosis (bad breath), sensitive teeth, and difficulty or pain with chewing. At this point, professional periodontal treatment can prevent the gingivitis from advancing to periodontitis. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Periodontal disease has been linked to diabetes, heart/kidney disease, Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, osteoporosis, and some forms of cancer. Research continues into the cause-and-effect relationship between gum disease and other health conditions. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Gum disease is another term for periodontal disease. Both terms refer to the same bacterial infection of the gums. Contact Lake Nona Dental Implants and Periodontics of Orlando for more information or to schedule an appointment.
