Gum disease is caused by plaque buildup in your mouth, and it can lead to negative consequences for your smile and oral health, including tooth loss. At A+ Dental & Implant Center, our dentists and team provide periodontal treatments in Escondido and San Diego, California, in order to treat gum disease and protect your smile’s health. For an appointment with Dr. Christy Chen and associates, contact us at 760-566-7434.
Periodontics is the field of dentistry that handles gum disease, which is also called periodontal disease, and other conditions that impact the gums and oral soft tissues. Gum disease is an infection that occurs when plaque accumulates on your teeth, as the bacteria in the plaque inflames the gum tissues.
If your gums are delicate, bleeding, red or swollen, you may be experiencing gingivitis, which is the early stage of gum disease. In-office teeth cleanings and improved dental hygiene can help or reverse gingivitis, but if not treated early, gingivitis can lead to periodontitis. Periodontitis is a later stage of gum disease that involves receding gum tissue, and it can result in you losing teeth and even bone. Periodontitis requires more frequent and in-depth treatment. To help you have a healthy smile once again, we offer excellent periodontal treatments.
The field of periodontics can also involve dental implant placement, which requires advanced training to provide patients with the best results. Interested in learning more about periodontics? Contact us today!
