If you’ve ever worried that you have gum disease, your fears may be warranted; according to the Centers for Disease Control, 47 percent of US adults over age 30 have some degree of periodontal infection. Unfortunately, many aren’t aware they have it, so it goes untreated.
What Is Gum Disease?
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection of soft tissues and bone that both surround and support teeth. Anyone from teens to adults can get gum disease, but it is more prevalent after age 30.
The first phase of gum disease is gingivitis, a mild infection that only impacts soft tissue. The second, more severe phase is periodontitis which spreads below the gumline, damaging tissue and bone that support the teeth’s underlying structures.
Symptoms of gum disease to look for are:
- Inflamed or swollen gums
- Pocketing between teeth and gums
- Gums that bleed when you brush and floss
- Gum recession
- Chronic bad breath for no apparent reason
If you notice any of these signs of gum disease, please call CDIC and schedule an appointment at one of our convenient dental offices in Orange County. Our dental hygienist will perform a thorough cleaning, evaluate your gum health, and let you know what periodontal treatment is necessary if any.
In Huntington Beach, reach us at (714) 968-2527, in Brea at (714) 257-0330, and in Placentia at (714) 577-9070. If you live in Cypress, call Cypress Smiles Dentistry at (714) 761-2211.
Advanced Gum Disease Treatment
We are pleased to offer the services of our in-house periodontist, Dr. Calvin Dang, who works out of our Placentia location. If necessary, he provides advanced gum disease treatment, including scaling and root planing, traditional and laser gum surgery, and soft and hard tissue grafting.