A Beautiful Smile Begins with Healthy Gums
Gum Diseases:
More than 75% of all adults in India have gum disease?
• . Did you know that gum disease is the #1 reason adults lose their teeth
• Gum disease is a “silent” disease-until your teeth become loose and fall out
Did you know that HIV (the virus that causes AIDS) can be passed by kissing amongst those who have advanced gum disease?
“You have any of these symptoms do visit us soon to save your gums”
• Do your gums bleed when you brush, floss or use a toothpick?
• Are your gums red, swollen and painful?
• Do you have pus coming from between your gums and teeth if you push on your gums?
• Are your gums pulling away from your teeth?
• Has there been a change in the way your teeth come together when you bite or chew on food?
• Do your teeth look longer because of receding gums?
• Are your teeth loose?
• Do you have bad breath?
• If you wear a partial denture does it still fit the same?
If any of these statements are true then you may have a problem with your gums.You should visit your dentist and get an evaluation and schedule an appointment.
A thorough evaluation of your gums and your overall dental health includes a comprehensive examination, a complete set of x-rays, and periodontal probing. If there is bone loss and deep pocketing you may need non-surgical periodontal or surgical periodontal care.
Periodontal disease is completely treatable. Once periodontal disease has been detected and diagnosed, advanced procedures individually tailored to your stage of gum disease are performed:
• Scaling and Root Planning
• Non Surgical Laser Treatment
• Flap Surgery
• Bone Grafting