Periodontal disease isn’t only a mouth problem, it can affect
the whole body! Here at The Woodlands dental office of Shirley E. Cagle, DDS,
FAGD, we treat periodontal disease with a preventive approach.
Since periodontal disease originates in the mouth, the bacteria
is easily transferred to other areas of the body and has been linked to some
serious health conditions.
Research has shown a strong link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular
disease, which could lead to stroke or heart attack. In fact, those with
periodontal disease are at double the risk of suffering a fatal heart attack or
stroke.
In addition to cardiovascular disease, gum disease has been
linked to lung disease, kidney disease, premature or low birthweight babies,
and difficult management of diabetes.
While preventing gum disease with visits to our dental office
in The Woodlands at least twice a year is ideal, the best approach to treating
any active gum disease is early detection and treatment, before the disease
progresses and starts to affect your overall health.
If you’re experiencing any symptoms of gum disease including
bleeding or sore gums, contact Shirley E. Cagle, DDS, FAGD at 855-251-4554 to
schedule your appointment today. We look forward to taking care of your smile,
and your health.
Gum disease can be terrible. A gradual weakening of our gums can lead to tooth loss; forcing us to alter our diet and meaning that we lose our award winning smile. It is therefore vitally important that treatment for gum disease is sought as soon as it is identified. Treatments for gum disease at Occidental of Brooklyn can range from medication to surgical. The more advanced the condition, the more likely that surgical treatments will be necessary.
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