Teeth are amazing things, helping you to chew, speak, and smile. But they need some help to do that, and without strong and vigorous gum tissue, it’s tough to keep a full smile. Periodontal disease is actually named the leading cause of adult tooth loss in this country and beyond, so if you’re seeing redness or swelling, let’s talk about improving your gum health. Fighting back against periodontal disease can be difficult to do on your own.
With Dr. Justin Coon, DDS and Dr. Cody Coon, DDS at Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, you can take steps toward stronger gums. Our office understands the value of having a safe smile, and we know what happens when periodontal disease is ignored. Bacterial buildup of plaque and calculus below the gumline is often to blame for gum health concerns, so let’s meet for a deeper cleaning through ultrasonic scaling and root planing. Schedule your next biannual checkup, and while you’re here, we can take a look at your smile.
Having a healthy smile means taking care of all of it. Take some time to talk periodontal progress with Dr. Justin and Dr. Cody at Grinnell Street Dental.
Are You Doing Enough For Oral Health Maintenance?
If you start to notice a change in your smile, take some time to inspect how you care for yours. You need to brush your teeth for a full two minutes each time, and you need to do it twice a day. Not only that, but flossing gets the spaces in between. You can only reach about 60% of each tooth’s surface with brushing alone, so don’t skip flossing.
When you go a little light on your oral health maintenance, your smile can start to show it. Bacterial buildup of plaque and calculus will inevitably start to form, so make sure to see a trusted, local dentist at least two times per year. Because with each biannual checkup, you’ll receive a thorough cleaning of your teeth.
Periodontal Disease Is Tough To Fight Alone
That buildup of plaque and calculus is an issue. This material is acidic, so it causes tooth decay; it also irritates gum tissue. When gums become infected, it’s a real risk for your teeth.
Our office offers dedicated periodontal maintenance to fight back against periodontal disease. At your next checkup, we can measure your gum tissue and develop a plan.
Improve Your Gum Health With Grinnell Street Dental
If you’ve started to notice redness or swelling along your gumline, let’s talk about treatment. To find out more about uplifting your gum health with periodontal maintenance, call Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY today at (307) 672-7567.
