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Is Your Mouth Telling You That You Have Periodontal Disease?
Our teeth and gums tell us a lot about what is going on inside our body, yet many people ignore common signs of gingivitis and periodontal disease in Durango, CO.
When symptoms such as bad breath and bleeding gums are ignored, intervention is delayed. If you think you might have gum disease, it is essential to get treatment early to stop its progression.
It is not possible to diagnose periodontal disease on your own; instead, work with a trained dental health professional. Dr. Miner will be happy to examine your teeth and gums and let you know exactly why you are experiencing worrisome periodontal disease symptoms. If the diagnosis is gum disease, Dr. Miner will offer you treatment plan options to get your mouth healthy again.
Do You Know The Symptoms of Periodontal Disease?
No matter how much you brush or floss, your breath still has a foul odor. This is due to the build-up of bacteria in the periodontal pockets that have begun to form between your teeth and gums. Without treatment, the bacteria build-up will continue and can destroy soft and hard tissues.
It is not normal for gums to bleed when you brush your teeth or eat your food. If your gums are bleeding on a daily basis, you need to see Dr. Miner to rule out periodontal disease.
Have you noticed that you are looking “long in the tooth”? Gum recession is a big indicator of gum disease. Fortunately, intervention can halt the recession, and laser gum surgery can fix any residual problems and restore the gum line to a natural appearance.
Is it getting tougher to drink cold liquids or eat hot foods? Your increased sensitivity could be a symptom of gum disease.
When gum disease has advanced, the teeth may begin to loosen due to surrounding bone loss.
Teeth and gums that are affected by gum disease can make chewing the foods you love painful and uncomfortable. If you experience pain when chewing, you may have gum disease.
Do You Think You Have Gum Disease?
Schedule your new patient consultation today and we will help determine if you need periodontal care. Our consultations are Free so call today to schedule your appointment!