While the root cause of periodontal disease is usually due to lack of oral hygiene, there are certain factors which can significantly increase a patient's chances of contracting the disease. Not only that, but these factors can also greatly increase the speed of its progression too. The bacteria, which cause the disease, are found in the mouth. When regular brushing and flossing occurs, the bacteria remain at normal, healthy levels. The bacteria are needed to help digest the food debris left in the oral cavity. When these bacteria are not regularly cleaned from teeth by brushing and flossing, they can turn to plaque and tartar and begin the first stage of gum disease, which is known as gingivitis.

Gum disease has several different stages, though the first stage is key. This is because in the initial stage, known as gingivitis, is the only time in which the disease can be cured. Once it becomes advanced in nature, the only thing that can be done is to treat the symptoms to try and slow its progression. The patient will have to manage the disease for their entire life.

There are different types of treatment available, some surgical and some non-surgical. To determine which type of treatment would best suit a patient's situation, a professional assessment will need to be done. Come into our office today at Implant & Periodontics Solutions for your first appointment.