Gum Therapy

This therapy is vital for those who have Periodontitis, otherwise known as gum disease. Gum disease begins by bacterial infection of the periodontal tissue which includes the Gum, Ligaments, and the underlying Bone. It is a quiet disease which means its painless until it is well advanced which leads to all teeth extraction. Periodontal disease is a grave problem, since it not only leads to loss of teeth but also has unfavourable effects on Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, and Pregnancy.

Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious problem a silent, insidious destroyer of teeth and gums and bone. Sufferers experience little or no pain until the disease is well advanced - a condition which can ultimately necessitate extraction of teeth, major oral surgery or both. Standard dental cleaning procedures help remove plaque and tartar and reduce bacteria. Unfortunately bacteria reproduce quickly and biofilms regenerate very easily, so it is difficult to control them between office visits.

Brushing and flossing continue to be important, but even with standard home care, 80% of Americans have some form of gum disease and need more help. Treatment is vital, because gum disease has been linked to serious systemic illnesses - including heart disease; respiratory disease; stroke and Alzheimer's Disease.

Non-surgical gum therapy can be referred to as a large form of cleaning. The distinction lies in the fact that it reaches below the gum line, effectively cleaning tartar and plaque that cause infection and gum irritation.

The most common risk factors which leads to Periodontal (gum) disease is excessive alcohol use, smoking and chewing tobacco. If Oral Cancer is detected at an early stage, it can easily be removed and the survival rate exceeds 80%. For later stages, radiation and chemotherapy are needed. Most oral cancer detections are done by dentists during a routine examination.