The information contained herein has been researched thoroughly but is provided more as common knowledge trivia than as factual annotation. If the disease is not arrested, its ravages will linger on. Lost bone and gum recessions with unsightly spaces and mobility of teeth will remain. If good oral health is reestablished, the maintenance of a healthy mouth will prevent further damages. Periodontitis is the damage of the bone and gum tissues surrounding the teeth.
Most individuals are very susceptible to the local irritants that cause gum disease.
According to US Government statistics, three out of four adults in our population are affected by periodontal disease spanning all ethnic and social levels. The good news is that most periodontal problems can be prevented and can be arrested at almost stage. Prevention or reduction of tooth decay can be realized through the application of sealants to the teeth. A sealant acts as a barrier that reduces the decay-prone areas of the teeth, significantly reducing plaque and acid. Since back teeth have depressions and grooves on their chewing surfaces, it is easy for food to become trapped, making it almost impossible to clean properly.