Dental
Hygiene
The best way to treat gum disease
is to prevent it from taking hold in the first place. That's
why a significant amount of periodontal care is devoted to
preventative dentistry.
The way to prevent gum disease is to make
sure that plaque and tartar do not accumulate above or below
the gum line. If too much builds up, the gums can become infected.
At first, this infection takes the form of gingivitis, but
advanced gum disease can quietly set in from gingivitis, becoming
an established cycle that's hard to break.
2 Steps to Preventing Gum Disease
- Our dedicated doctors or our staff will
show you how to properly brush, floss and care for your
gums at home. This may include special mouthwashes or rinses.
- He will recommend a professional cleaning
and check-up every three - six months to help ensure that
your teeth and gums remain healthy. During these appointments,
our hygiene staff will remove any plaque that you've missed
at home, and any tartar that has formed from the plaque.
Tartar is hardened plaque, too hard to be removed by brushing
or flossing.
Daily care really can prevent major periodontal
problems. To learn more about the proper care of your gums,
contact us to schedule a free
consultation. or give us a call:
(510) 232-3143
today.
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