The Importance of Treating Gum Disease

Advanced gum disease, aka periodontal disease, is a severe oral health problem that needs immediate treatment. The disease eats away at the bone structure of your teeth, causing them to weaken and fall out. A visit to Kingsgate Dental in Kirkland, WA, can determine if you have this condition. Here’s why it’s so important to get prompt and effective treatment for gum disease.

Prevents Gum Infections & Receding Gums

Gum disease has a way of spreading quickly. If left unchecked, mild cases can become severe, leading to serious dental issues like:

• gum inflammation
• bleeding gums
• gum infections and
• receding gums

Routine dental exams and cleanings can help prevent gum disease. However, if you notice your gums becoming red and inflamed, we recommend scheduling an appointment with Dr. Ann Kelly for an evaluation. Early treatment of this condition can prevent further damage to your gums.

Prevents Tooth Loss

As gum disease worsens, it can cause your gums to recede. That leaves pockets between your gums and teeth where food particles can become trapped and bacteria can breed. Over time, bacteria from gum disease will break down the bone structure of your teeth, causing them to come loose and eventually fall out. Gum disease treatment by your Kingsgate dentist can help stem the devastating effects of gum disease to save your teeth.

Protects Your Overall Health

In addition to harming your gums and teeth, periodontal disease can affect your overall health by spreading into your bloodstream and infecting internal organs. In its advanced stage, periodontal disease can cause heart, liver, or kidney damage. It can also make you more vulnerable to developing diabetes, respiratory illnesses, and other health issues. A thorough dental evaluation by Dr. Ann Kelley will determine the severity of your condition so that we can suggest the most suitable treatment.

If you’re experiencing the early symptoms of gum disease, don’t hesitate to contact Kingsgate Dental in Kirkland, WA, at (425) 385-0080 to schedule a dental checkup of your gums and teeth. The sooner your condition is evaluated, the sooner you can start treatment with Dr. Ann Kelley to preserve the health of your teeth.

Ann Kelley, DDS

Dr. Ann Kelley is a graduate of the Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska. She highly values the comfort of her patients, and places the needs of the patient above her convenience. Her dental clinic is built to bring the best and most comfortable dental experience to all her patients. She builds relationships with her patients based on trust and always acts to safeguard this trust.