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Periodontics
Prevent Gingivitis with Improved Hygiene & Regular Exams.
Helping you avoid and treat gingivitis and periodontitis through consistent dental care -- the most effective way to maintain the structure of your teeth.
Daily dental hygiene and scheduled cleanings generally do a good job removing the bacteria on the teeth and along the gum line. But, over time, residual food particles and bacteria develop into a sticky substance called plaque. When plaque begins to form below the gum line, where brushing and flossing can’t reach, tooth tartar (also called calculus) can form, setting the stage for periodontal disease.
Signs of periodontal disease include pain, bad breath, bleeding gums, inflamed and swollen gums. This early stage is called gingivitis and can often be reversed with improved hygiene and regular examinations by our periodontists who can help you determine if the disease is progressing or is being managed appropriately. If left untreated, gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, a much more serious condition.
In instances of periodontitis, the irritated gums begin to swell due to inflammation and move away from the teeth, creating gaps (or pockets) where bacteria can become trapped and form tooth tartar. As the body attempts to fight the infection, the bone and connective tissue around the tooth begin to deteriorate. The resulting bone loss can cause pain, loosening of teeth and potentially tooth loss.
With an expertise in periodontics, we diagnose and treat periodontal disease efficiently. Because we are also trained in periodontal implant prosthetics, we can provide treatment and restoration if your gum disease has progressed to a point where you have lost teeth and bone.
Certain medications and diseases—and even genetic factors—can cause some people to become more susceptible to periodontal disease, making the care of their teeth and gums even more important. Gingivitis and periodontitis aren’t always painful, which means some cases can go undetected by the patient, requiring evaluation by our dentists for an accurate diagnosis.
We are board-certified, award-winning dental surgeons with dual specialties in prosthetics and periodontics. Over the years, some of Baltimore’s biggest names have come to count on Maryland Implant Dentists for comprehensive dental care.
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