When gum disease becomes advanced, you could lose teeth, develop bone loss, and have chronic infections in the gum pockets. A periodontist treats advanced gum disease in different ways. When your gums have receded, and you've had bone loss, regenerative procedures may be necessary. These treatments restore your gums to their natural shape and increase bone mass in your jaw. Here are some regenerative procedures your periodontist might recommend.
Gum Graft Surgery
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When you have a broken, missing, or stained tooth that makes up part of your smile, it can affect your personal appearance and your self-confidence. This can have an effect on your entire lifestyle, including the friends you make, the jobs you apply for and secure, and as a result, the type of lifestyle you can afford. Fortunately, there are professional and at-home treatments you can use to help boost the appearance of your smile and improve your oral condition and health.
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Bacteria are the enemy of teeth, capable of reducing your chompers to rotten nubs with enough time. Even people who brush and floss as directed on a regular basis can develop cavities or other oral health issues because of out-of-control bacteria. However, putting dental sealant on your teeth is one tool out of many that can protect them from damage, but is the procedure worth the $35 to $60 per tooth?
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Periodontal disease is a serious concern. It can affect not only your teeth but also your gums and bones. Periodontal disease can refer to either gingivitis or the more damaging periodontisis. Here are four ways you can safeguard against periodontal disease:
1. Floss your teeth.
Your dentist always tells you to floss your teeth, and they're not just saying that to nag you. Flossing is one of the most important ways you can prevent periodontal disease since floss reaches between teeth where your toothbrush's bristles can't reach.
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