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    • What is a Periodontist?
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Category Archives: periodontal disease

Treatments Available For Your Gum Problems

gum treatment, periodontal disease, Savannah periodontistBy BD-perioJanuary 19, 2018

If you have problems with your gums, you might require gum treatment to correct them. Your periodontist can provide a variety of options to treat your gums, including laser gum therapy, deep cleaning techniques, or gum surgery. The Need for Periodontic Therapy Gum disease is a common problem among adults. In fact, it is the…

What can I expect to happen to my gums as I age?

gum disease, gum treatment, periodontal disease, Savannah periodontistBy BD-perioFebruary 4, 2017

Age affects all parts of our bodies, even our teeth and gums. You and your dentist can work together to minimize problems that develop with age. Regular oral hygiene and regular dental visits will help keep your gums and teeth healthy as you grow older. Changes to Oral Health Due to Aging Even though tooth…

The link between gum disease and health risks

gum disease, periodontal disease, Savannah periodontistBy BD-perioApril 4, 2016

Gum disease affects more than just your oral health. It’s also been connected to an increased risk of heart disease. In addition, gum problems can affect your ability to maintain a healthy diet. Taking care of your gums can help prevent these issues and enable you to keep yourself in the best of health. Health…

Periodontal Surgery: What should I expect?

dental surgery, periodontal disease, Savannah periodontistBy BD-perioMarch 7, 2016

If you’ve developed problems with your gums, you might require the services of a periodontist. Depending upon what kind of treatment you need, you might need gum grafts or another type of gum surgery. If you know what to expect from surgery, you’re likely to have a better experience and a faster recovery time. Why…

The Onset and Progression of Gum Disease

gum disease, periodontal disease, root planing, Savannah, scalingBy BD-perioOctober 7, 2015

You have probably heard about gum (periodontal) disease but you might be surprised to learn how dangerous this condition can be to your oral health and overall well-being. When gum disease progresses, it has far-reaching effects on your health. In fact, periodontal disease is the number one cause of adult tooth loss. Moreover, this infection…

Gum Disease: What Can I Do To Reduce My Risk?

Blog, gum disease, periodontal disease, periodontistsBy BD-perioApril 10, 2015

Many people mistakenly believe that gum (periodontal) disease is just a minor problem. This notion could not be further from the truth. If left untreated, gum disease can destroy your health, and is even the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Moreover, periodontal disease affects the entire oral health system—including the density of bone.…

Periodontal Disease – The Facts

Blog, gingivitis, gum disease, periodontal disease, periodontistsBy BD-perioMarch 23, 2015

Periodontal, or gum disease is a serious condition. Your gums are the gateway to the rest of the body, and it’s important to keep them healthy. An experienced periodontist can help you achieve this goal. There are several degrees of periodontal disease, which develops when plaque builds up and the bacteria it contains leads to…

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