Periodontal gum disease (usually simply referred to as gum disease) is an infection that attacks the gum tissue that surrounds and supports your teeth. In adults worldwide, it is a SIGNIFICANT cause of tooth loss. It is caused through the formation of plaque – a film of bacteria that grows on your teeth. And good,… Read More…
Gum Disease
5 Signs You May Have Gum Disease and Need a Periodontist
Gum disease – which is commonly referred to by periodontist specialists as “periodontal disease” – detrimentally impacts approximately 80% of all adults in the United States alone, according to the College of Dental Medicine at Columbia University. The diseases that negatively affect individuals range from a simple inflammation of the gum tissue within the mouth… Read More…