GUM DISEASE

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is an ongoing bacterial infection in the gums and bone around your teeth. With this type of infection, your immune system isn’t strong enough or fast enough to fight off the bacteria. Without professional treatment, gum disease will continue and possibly spread. This puts your dental health at risk and may cause permanent damage or loss of your teeth.

Some common risk factors of gum disease are: 

• Plaque buildup.
• Tobacco use.
• Poor nutrition.
• Crooked teeth.
• Dry mouth.

When you visit Cross Creek Dental, our expert team will be able to officially diagnose your gum disease. Some common symptoms to look out for are: 

• Swollen or inflamed gums.
• Receding gums.
• Bad breath.
• Sore or itchy gums.
• Bleeding gums.
• Protruding or separating teeth.
• Pain when chewing.
• Loose or lost teeth.

The good news is that in its early stages, gum disease is an easily treatable issue. Our dentists can perform periodontal scaling (removing plaque from above and below the gums) and root planing (smoothing rough spots on your roots). These procedures, in addition to our special antibiotic powder for your gums, will help treat the infection and protect your smile!