{"id":2486,"date":"2018-12-01T10:11:45","date_gmt":"2018-12-01T10:11:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/?p=2486"},"modified":"2020-07-10T22:04:40","modified_gmt":"2020-07-10T22:04:40","slug":"must-know-information-about-gum-disease-st-augustine-fl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/must-know-information-about-gum-disease-st-augustine-fl\/","title":{"rendered":"Must-Know Information About Gum Disease &#8211; St. Augustine, FL"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Periodontitis, commonly known as gum disease, manifests as a bacterial growth in the mouth which if left unattended can progress into a serious complication. The structures that support the teeth will gradually deteriorate leading to tooth loss. Many people experience the condition but often disregard the earliest signs and treat it as a normal occurrence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Salt Run Family Dentistry, we want our patients to keep their oral health in great shape by helping them determine oral complications in its early form. With that being said, here is a list of information about gum disease that everyone should know.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Its symptoms can be spotted easily<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are what patients should watch out for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gums that bleed often<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain when chewing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teeth become loose without apparent reasons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gums appear to be red and puffy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visible gum recession<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gum pockets have formed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><b>Gingivitis is reversible<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The early stage of gum disease is referred to as gingivitis. It usually occurs when bacteria accumulate on the teeth which welcomes the formation of plaque. Over time, bacteria will advance to the gums which would then lead to gum infection. Luckily by practicing proper dental hygiene patients are more likely to cure and prevent this condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Certain factors increase one\u2019s risk of developing gum disease<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advancing age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor nutrition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Systemic diseases<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad habits (smoking and poor hygiene)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Scaling and Root Planing can help<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leaving a gum infection (gingivitis) untreated can worsen the problem. It can progress to a more severe problem which is referred to as advanced periodontitis. If this occurs, the best course of action is to undergo a deep cleaning procedure: scaling and root planing. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is the process where the dentist removes harmful accumulations not only on the teeth but also along the gumline and exposed roots. The roots would then be polished to promote the reattachment of the gums to reduce pockets which can home bacteria.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from scaling and root planing procedure, we at Salt Run Family Dentistry also performs tissue regeneration, pocket elimination surgery, as well as dental implants. These procedures are sure to prevent, cure, and reverse the adverse effects of gum disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience early signs of periodontal disease like those mentioned above, contact our office at Salt Run Family Dentistry for the treatment of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/gum-disease-treatment.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gum Disease in St. Augustine, FL<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For more inquiries about our procedures, feel free to call or visit us.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Periodontitis, commonly known as gum disease, manifests as a bacterial growth in the mouth which if left unattended can progress into a serious complication. The structures that support the teeth will gradually deteriorate leading to tooth loss. Many people experience the condition but often disregard the earliest signs and treat it as a normal occurrence. 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