Periodontal, better known as gum disease, is an inflammatory condition of the gums and bone support around your teeth. Drs. Robert G. West and Denise VeyVoda encourages our patients to practice good oral health care to prevent gum disease from forming. Gum disease begins when bacteria grows in your mouth and causes you to loose teeth if not treated properly. When bacteria in plaque builds up on your teeth, your gums turn red or inflamed when brushing and flossing.
Some symptoms of gum disease includes swollen or bleeding in your gums, loose or shifting teeth, and persistent bad breath. Our doctors can diagnose the early stages of gum disease by examining your gums and the sensitivity of your teeth.
When possible, we encourage our patients to take the proper precautions to prevent gum disease. A few steps to ensuring your gums don’t become inflamed is to not use tobacco of any kind, brush and floss regularly, and follow a healthy diet.
To learn more about all of the services provided at our practice, contact The Oyster Bay Family Dentists. Our office is located in Oyster Bay, NY. To schedule an appointment with Drs. Robert G. West or Denise VeyVoda, please visit our website or call 516-922-5730.
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