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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text quote_border_color=\u00bb#189CAB\u00bb _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bb1a2cb743-d062-4069-b21b-6348ed96169e\u00bb text_font=\u00bbMontserrat||||||||\u00bb text_text_color=\u00bb#000000″ custom_margin=\u00bb||30px||false|false\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″]Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is a bacterial infection that can destroy the soft tissues and bone that support the teeth. The most common types of periodontal disease include:[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00bb2_5″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb background_image=\u00bbhttps:\/\/totalsmilesdentalpractice.com.au\/w\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/couple-brushing-together-sq-400.jpg\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ border_color_all=\u00bb#0E2D41″ border_width_left=\u00bb2px\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb title_text=\u00bbcouple-brushing-together-sq-400″ sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″][et_pb_divider show_divider=\u00bboff\u00bb _builder_version=\u00bb4.19.3″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb height_tablet=\u00bb40vw\u00bb height_phone=\u00bb40vw\u00bb height_last_edited=\u00bbon|desktop\u00bb locked=\u00bboff\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00bb1″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.20.0″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb custom_padding=\u00bb||28px|||\u00bb da_disable_devices=\u00bboff|off|off\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb da_is_popup=\u00bboff\u00bb da_exit_intent=\u00bboff\u00bb da_has_close=\u00bbon\u00bb da_alt_close=\u00bboff\u00bb da_dark_close=\u00bboff\u00bb da_not_modal=\u00bbon\u00bb da_is_singular=\u00bboff\u00bb da_with_loader=\u00bboff\u00bb da_has_shadow=\u00bbon\u00bb][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb custom_padding=\u00bb|30px||30px|false|true\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00bb4_4″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.20.0″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bb3be8f564-e5b4-4cb4-90e0-f0f0328ec7f6″ header_2_font=\u00bbMontserrat|600|||||||\u00bb header_2_text_color=\u00bb#189CAB\u00bb custom_margin=\u00bb||||false|false\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ locked=\u00bboff\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bb1a2cb743-d062-4069-b21b-6348ed96169e\u00bb text_font=\u00bbMontserrat||||||||\u00bb text_text_color=\u00bb#000000″ custom_margin=\u00bb||16px|||\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ locked=\u00bboff\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″]Gingivitis is the early stage of periodontal disease that affects only the gum tissue. Gingiva, commonly referred to as gums, is the soft tissue at the floor of the oral cavity (mouth) that covers the roots of the teeth.<\/p>\n
Gingivitis may result from plaque (a sticky substance made up of bacteria) buildup on teeth and may lead to red, swollen gums that are prone to bleeding while brushing. Injury or trauma to the gums, due to improper brushing technique and certain medical conditions, may increase your risk of developing gingivitis.<\/p>\n
The disease is reversible at this stage. However, if left untreated, it may progress to a more severe form of gum disease called periodontitis.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb custom_padding=\u00bb|30px||30px|false|true\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00bb4_4″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.20.0″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bb3be8f564-e5b4-4cb4-90e0-f0f0328ec7f6″ header_2_font=\u00bbMontserrat|600|||||||\u00bb header_2_text_color=\u00bb#189CAB\u00bb custom_margin=\u00bb||||false|false\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ locked=\u00bboff\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bb1a2cb743-d062-4069-b21b-6348ed96169e\u00bb text_font=\u00bbMontserrat||||||||\u00bb text_text_color=\u00bb#000000″ custom_margin=\u00bb||16px|||\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ locked=\u00bboff\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″]Periodontitis occurs from a progression of gingivitis and affects the tissues supporting the teeth, resulting in loss of bone and the tooth itself. The periodontium refers to the tissue that surrounds and supports the root of the teeth. Periodontitis usually develops due to poor oral hygiene.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bb1a2cb743-d062-4069-b21b-6348ed96169e\u00bb text_font=\u00bbMontserrat||||||||\u00bb text_text_color=\u00bb#000000″ hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ locked=\u00bboff\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00bbpost_content\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″]This stage of the disease is irreversible; the damage to the bone or surrounding tissues cannot be reversed. Complications associated with periodontitis include risk of heart attack or stroke, low birth weight babies, poorly controlled diabetes, and other serious health problems. Regular brushing, flossing and dental check-ups can greatly reduce your chance of developing periodontitis.<\/p>\n
Periodontal treatment methods depend on the type and severity of the disease. Your dentist and dental hygienist will evaluate for periodontal disease and recommend the appropriate treatment.<\/p>\n
Periodontal disease progresses as the sulcus (pocket or space) between the tooth and gums gets filled with bacteria, plaque, and tartar, causing irritation to the surrounding tissues. When these irritants remain in the pocket space, they can cause damage to the gums and eventually, the bone that supports the teeth.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00bb1″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.20.0″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb da_disable_devices=\u00bboff|off|off\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb da_is_popup=\u00bboff\u00bb da_exit_intent=\u00bboff\u00bb da_has_close=\u00bbon\u00bb da_alt_close=\u00bboff\u00bb da_dark_close=\u00bboff\u00bb da_not_modal=\u00bbon\u00bb da_is_singular=\u00bboff\u00bb da_with_loader=\u00bboff\u00bb da_has_shadow=\u00bbon\u00bb][et_pb_row column_structure=\u00bb1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″ make_equal=\u00bbon\u00bb custom_css_main_element=\u00bbdisplay: flex;||align-items: center;\u00bb custom_css_main_element_last_edited=\u00bbon|tablet\u00bb custom_css_main_element_tablet=\u00bbdisplay:block;\u00bb custom_css_main_element_phone=\u00bbdisplay:block;\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00bb1_3″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.20.0″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00bbhttps:\/\/totalsmilesdentalpractice.com.au\/w\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/dental-veneers-sq-300.jpg\u00bb title_text=\u00bbdental-veneers-sq-300″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″ align=\u00bbcenter\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00bb2_3″ _builder_version=\u00bb4.20.0″ _module_preset=\u00bbdefault\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00bb4.25.1″ _module_preset=\u00bb1a2cb743-d062-4069-b21b-6348ed96169e\u00bb text_font=\u00bbMontserrat||||||||\u00bb text_text_color=\u00bb#000000″ hover_enabled=\u00bb0″ locked=\u00bboff\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00bb{}\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00bb0″ background_color=\u00bb#e2eaf0″ custom_padding=\u00bb30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true\u00bb]<\/p>\n
If the disease is caught in the early stages of gingivitis, and no damage has been done, one to two regular cleanings at Total Smiles Dental Practice will be recommended. You will also be given instructions on improving your daily oral hygiene habits and regular dental cleanings.<\/p>\n
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