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3 Alarming Facts About Gum Disease

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In its earliest stage, gingivitis, gum disease makes your gums red and swollen and can cause persistent bad breath. This common condition doesn’t necessarily begin in the gums themselves. It can be the result of plaque, a sticky film made up of bacteria on the adjacent teeth that spread into the gum tissue. Left unchecked, the disease can again go beyond the gums and cause some serious complications for your entire body. As a board-certified periodontist in Leesburg, VA, Dr. Jean-Claude Kharmouche is a gum health expert who understands the implications of the disease better than most dental practitioners. He urges you to have a look at these facts to understand why preventing and proactively treating gum disease are so critical:

  1. It Can Become a Permanent Condition

Periodontitis, an advanced stage of gum disease, is an incurable gum infection. You can’t get rid of it altogether; you can only treat it. At this point, the disease will require ongoing treatment indefinitely to keep it under control.

  1. It Can Cause Tooth and Bone Loss

Gums are a natural protective barrier for your teeth. When that barrier disappears, the underlying teeth can eventually fall out. This, in turn, leads to bone loss which can cause further tooth loss. The key to preventing gum loss is keeping good dental hygiene habits. Brush and floss regularly as directed as these are as helpful for your gums as they are for your teeth.

  1. It Can Affect Your Systemic Health

Gum disease has implications beyond your mouth. This is because the very same bacteria that cause gum disease can affect your major organs by moving throughout your body via your circulatory system. As a result, you may suffer from:

  • Heart disease
  • Stroke
  • Pulmonary disease
  • Diabetes
  • Pregnancy complications

Don’t Let Gum Disease Compromise Your Health!

Call Dr. Kharmouche’s office now at 571-291-2596 for a gum health evaluation!

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