Gum Disease Treatment Dentist in Reedsburg, WI

What Is the Main Cause of Lost Teeth?

Did you guess decay? Many people do, but the real primary cause of lost teeth is periodontal (gum) disease. And it can be completely unnoticeable right up until you lose your teeth. You want to pay attention to symptoms such as bleeding gums when you brush or floss, or loose or shifting teeth. If you've already been told you need gum surgery, you will be glad to know that it's possible to control gum disease with a variety of non-surgical methods.

Gum Disease Can Have a Serious Impact on Your Health

Recent medical research has indicated startling connections in the relationship between gum disease and more serious conditions such as stroke and heart disease. Since heart disease is usually fatal, it is clear that gum disease is a serious matter. The American Dental Association estimates that 80 percent of Americans have gum disease. Any other affliction at these levels, such tuberculosis or AIDS, would be considered an epidemic, and many dentists think it is just that. They also knew that gum disease would never be labeled epidemic because "no one ever dies from it." The worst is that you lose your teeth. Not pleasant – but certainly not life threatening. But that's all changed.

Don't Worry – There Is Good News!

When periodontal disease is mild, very effective NON-surgical procedures, coupled with improved dental hygiene, can potentially halt the spread of the disease. Gum surgery is never fun, but it is almost always successful in controlling the condition. Both kinds of care are usually covered by most dental insurance plans.

We can help arrest your gum disease and bring your smile back to health. Give us a call today at (608) 524-4775.