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Periodontal disease is and infection of the teeth,
gums and bone that surrounds the teeth. It is not
unusual for people to be unaware that they have
periodontal disease, since it is rarely painful and
exhibits very few symptoms, especially in the
beginning stages.

Causes of periodontal disease Periodontal disease
is mainly caused by th buildup of plaque. Plaque is a
sticky film made up of food and bacteria that is
constantly forming on your teeth. If it (plaque) is
not removed regularly, it builds up and mineralizes
(becomes hard) and is then called tarter, also
known as calculus.

If the tarter is not removed it starts to buildup on
the root surfaces. The Bacteria that causes
periodontal disease live in tarter. These bacteria
produce toxins, the toxins along with your body's
response to the toxins destroy bone that surround
your teeth. To remove this tarter you will need
professional help, since there is no way to remove
it yourself at home.

• persistent bad breath
• bleeding gums while brushing or flossing
• loose teeth
• swollen or tender gums
• gums shrinking or moving away from the teeth
• changes in the space between the teeth

Diagnosis of Periodontal disease Healthy gums
don't bleed. During a thorough examination using X-rays
and gum measurements we will be able to determine
whether you have periodontal disease or not.

The space between the tooth and gum tissue (sulcus)
is normally 2 to 3 millimeters deep. When plaque and
tarter enter the sulcus area and the measurement
becomes deeper than 3 millimeters it is called a
pocket. We will measure the depth of all pockets
using a periodontal probe. The measurement is from
the bottom of the pocket to the top of the tissue and
these measurements will be recorded as well as any
bleeding areas upon probing. Pocket depths beyond
3 millimeters exhibit signs of Periodontal disease.

X-rays will also be used in determining periodontal
disease. The bone level should come up high around
the teeth evenly throughout the mouth. With advanced
periodontal disease, we are able to see uneven bone
structure and levels well below that of normal health.
Also with X-rays we are able to monitor your bone
levels over a period of time.