We live in a busy world and in this business, many people
believe that they are taking good care of their teeth. However, a once-over
with a toothbrush and a little floss often is not enough to maintain good oral
hygiene. Inattention to your dental health can lead to periodontal disease
(also known as gum disease) which causes a variety of problems. Our staff can
help diagnose and treat gum disease and help prevent future complications.
Periodontal disease comes from a build-up of bacteria in the plaque that coats your teeth and gums. If the bacteria are allowed to grow unchecked, you risk losing teeth and even bone. While gum disease often occurs without dramatically noticeable symptoms, if you are aware of the subtle changes associated with it, you can seek treatment as soon as possible. Here are some of the most common signs of periodontal disease.
• Bleeding gums, especially while flossing or brushing your teeth. Blood, while you are doing routine oral care, is a sure sign that something is going wrong in your mouth. You may also experience bleeding when eating hard foods like apples.
• Red or swollen gums. It is not normal to have gums which are excessively puffy or bright red.
• Constant bad breath. If you have halitosis despite your best efforts to keep your mouth fresh and clean, gum disease is a likely culprit.
• Receding Gums. Elongated teeth and gums that are pulling away from your teeth, both signal potential periodontal disease. Consult with our periodontistin Torrance as soon as you can.
• Loose teeth. Unless you are a young child with baby teeth, your teeth should not wiggle or move. Also look for small gaps between teeth that you have not previously noticed. Gaps may not always be visible, so notice if your dental floss suddenly seems to get trapped between teeth.
• Pus gathered between your teeth and gums. The presence of pus or any kind of sore in your mouth is a signal to call our dental office right away.
The good news about periodontal disease is that diligent oral care can prevent it.
Periodontal disease comes from a build-up of bacteria in the plaque that coats your teeth and gums. If the bacteria are allowed to grow unchecked, you risk losing teeth and even bone. While gum disease often occurs without dramatically noticeable symptoms, if you are aware of the subtle changes associated with it, you can seek treatment as soon as possible. Here are some of the most common signs of periodontal disease.
• Bleeding gums, especially while flossing or brushing your teeth. Blood, while you are doing routine oral care, is a sure sign that something is going wrong in your mouth. You may also experience bleeding when eating hard foods like apples.
• Red or swollen gums. It is not normal to have gums which are excessively puffy or bright red.
• Constant bad breath. If you have halitosis despite your best efforts to keep your mouth fresh and clean, gum disease is a likely culprit.
• Receding Gums. Elongated teeth and gums that are pulling away from your teeth, both signal potential periodontal disease. Consult with our periodontistin Torrance as soon as you can.
• Loose teeth. Unless you are a young child with baby teeth, your teeth should not wiggle or move. Also look for small gaps between teeth that you have not previously noticed. Gaps may not always be visible, so notice if your dental floss suddenly seems to get trapped between teeth.
• Pus gathered between your teeth and gums. The presence of pus or any kind of sore in your mouth is a signal to call our dental office right away.
The good news about periodontal disease is that diligent oral care can prevent it.
