Meadowbrook Dental

Did you know that 50% of people over the age of 35 have some level of gum disease?

Did you know that up to 30% of the population may be genetically susceptible to gum disease?

Did you know that you could be fighting an infection and loosing bone every day and be in any pain?

What is Periodontal (Gum) Disease?

It is an infection of the gums that starts out as plaque, an opaque film on the teeth that hardens to form tartar. As tartar accumulates, it harbors bacteria that attack the soft tissue around the gums. This is the early stage of gum disease known as Gingivitis. Left untreated, Gingivitis becomes Periodontitis which ultimately destroys the tissue surrounding your teeth AND the bone that holds your teeth in place. Except for bad breath and gums that bleed, there are very few early warning signals. The disease advances silently, often without pain, and before you know it, you are losing your teeth and you don't know why.

Bone and tooth loss is only the most obvious indicator of gum disease. Scientific research has discovered linkage between gum disease and stroke, heart disease, diabetes - even an increased risk for pregnant women. When your gums become diseased, your entire immune system is weakened.

In the past, fear of painful dental surgery has kept people with gum disease from seeking the care they needed. Well, those days are gone forever.

Here at Meadowbrook Dental, Dr. Paul Jackson takes special care to diagnose the status of the gums and bone surrounding his patient’s teeth. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment may require just a routine cleaning or a more extensive deep cleaning usually done in two appointments. In addition to the meticulous cleaning, polishing, and examination of your teeth, we also take the time to help our patients develop proper oral hygiene habits at home. We will evaluate your hygiene techniques and make adjustments to your routine where needed. These measures can be instrumental in preventing bone loss and helping you to keep your natural teeth. If you have lost one or more teeth, many replacement options are available. We also provide bonding, porcelain crowns, veneers, whitening, pediatric dentistry, sedation dentistry, implants, custom dentures and sleep apnea/snoring devices.

Call today of an oral health evaluation!

801.590.8160