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Preventing Gum Disease

Gum disease is the top cause of tooth loss around the world, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is usually painless and slow to develop so it can sneakily progress without your knowledge. 3 in 4 adults in the U.S. suffer from gum disease.

Here at Advance Family Dental Care in Naperville, IL, we offer preventive dental care services, under the guidance of our dentist, Dr. Pirooz Zomorrodi, to keep gum disease away. He is the best dentist in the 60563 area!

How Gum Disease Develops

Gum disease is a bacterial infection resulting from plaque, which is an invisible, tacky film that sticks to the teeth. As it accumulates, it hardens and then becomes calculus, commonly known as tartar, which is difficult to get rid of. Plaque likewise irritates your gums and results in inflammation, called gingivitis.

In turn, this could progress into the advanced type of gum disease known as periodontitis, in which your gums will pull away from your teeth and create pockets that will be further filled with more plaque. These pockets will then grow deeper as plaque goes further into your tooth root, damaging the supporting bone. Left untreated, the affected tooth might loosen and then fall out. That's why you need to contact your dentist 60563 right away.

Fighting Gum Disease

Stop The Buildup of Plaque

Preventing plaque accumulation is done through practicing proper oral care habits such as brushing twice daily, flossing, and using mouthwash. Additionally, you need to watch when and what you eat, avoid sustained contact with starches and sugars, and ensure that you get enough vitamin C daily and fluoride, which is vital for healthy gums and teeth.

Uncover Your Enemy

Since plaque is invisible, you can expose parts of your teeth that have plaque buildup by using a disclosing solution you can purchase from your local drugstore. You can likewise make a disclosing solution by combining two teaspoons of water and two drops of green or blue food coloring.

Visit Your Dentist Regularly

Regular checkups and professional cleanings with your dentist in Naperville, IL, will help eliminate plaque effectively and spot any warning signs of oral problems before they progress and become harder to treat.

Concerned About Gum Disease, Reach Out to Us

Schedule a visit with our dentist here at Advance Family Dental Care in Naperville, IL, Dr. Pirooz Zomorrodi, by calling (630) 357-2332.

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