Even if you brush and floss with regularity. Even if you avoid sugary snacks. And even if you see your dentist for regular cleanings, once in a while gum disease can take hold. There are many reasons why people are susceptible to periodontal disease, including:
- Avoiding the dentist because of dental phobia, anxiety, or pain
- Certain medications
- Hormonal changes such as pregnancy
- Dry mouth
- Crowded, crooked, or missing teeth
- Smoking
- Genetic predisposition to periodontal problems
And much more!
Whatever the cause, periodontal infections put your teeth and your whole health at risk. That’s why, if we discover any signs of periodontal disease, we will immediately start you on a periodontal therapy protocol. We usually step up your regular cleanings and treat your infection with Arrestin. Arrestin is an incredible topical antibiotic that kills bacteria under the gum line with microspheres that stay under the gums for up to 21 days! If you experience any of the following, please call us right away. We’ll nip that gum infection in the bud!
- Bleeding when brushing or flossing
- Puffiness or tenderness of the gums
- Halitosis (bad breath)
- Loose-feeling teeth