Dr. Dan Strobel, Chicago, IL dentist, is providing periodontal treatment for both new and existing patients who suffer from any form of periodontal (gum) disease. Periodontal disease ranges from a mild inflammation of the gum tissues to periodontitis, a major oral disease that can result in soft tissue and bone damage and even tooth loss. One of the most common causes of gum disease is practicing poor oral hygiene habits. Daily brushing and flossing and regular professional exams and cleanings are all essential to maintaining optimal oral health. When these practices are not properly followed, plaque can form on the teeth and along the gumline. If this plaque is not promptly removed, it will harden over time and become tartar. Once that occurs, only a dental professional can remove that tartar from your teeth.
If your gum disease is not treated in a timely manner, tartar may continue to build unchecked. When this occurs, the gum disease may advance to gingivitis. In this stage, gums redden, swell, and become prone to bleeding from normal activities, such as brushing or eating. At this point, professional periodontal treatment is needed to prevent the gingivitis from advancing to periodontitis.
Untreated gingivitis may become periodontitis. Periodontitis is the most advanced form of periodontal disease. With periodontitis, gums begin to pull away from the teeth, creating small “pockets” along the gumline. These spaces are highly difficult to clean without professional intervention and can lead to rapid worsening in overall oral health. Without prompt and thorough treatment, bone, gums, and soft tissues may be destroyed by periodontitis. Periodontal disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults.
Some of the most common factors that contribute to the development of periodontal disease include poor oral hygiene habits, diabetes, smoking, and female hormonal changes. Some medications can cause gum tissue to develop abnormal tissues, which can increase difficulty in proper cleaning of the teeth. People who are being treated for AIDS are also at increased risk of developing periodontal disease.
At Strobel Dentistry, our doctor has the training and experience to diagnose and treat every stage of periodontal disease. If you have symptoms of periodontal disease, contact our office to schedule a consultation. Some symptoms include: chronic halitosis (bad breath), sensitive teeth, red or swollen gums, sensitive or bleeding gums, and difficulty or pain with chewing. Dr. Strobel provides excellent periodontal care for our patients, and welcomes new patient consultations. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit http://www.strobeldentistry.com/