Your family dentist has told you that you have periodontal disease. Your family dentist is recommending that you visit our office so that the extent of your periodontitis or gum disease can be evaluated. You probably have many questions. This website will try to answer some of them for you. It is the primary reason for loss of teeth in people over 30.
Periodontal disease begins when bacteria invade the gum tissue surrounding the teeth.
Pockets form where the gum tissue loses its grip. These pockets allow more bacteria to lodge under the gumline below the reach of a toothbrush. Some of the bacteria produce toxins that attack the bone which supports the teeth. Without treatment, teeth become loose and may need to be removed. This explains why many people discover too late that they have the disease.