Periodontal Deep Cleanings

Did you know 1 out of 2 people you know over the age of 30 have periodontal disease? Have you heard of this? It affects your gums, the bone around your teeth, and the tissues connecting them. It occurs when a bacterial imbalance penetrates deep into the gums and the bone. And your body accidentally destroys itself while fighting the infection. Over time, this causes bone loss and even tooth loss. Research strongly links periodontitis to diseases like heart disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and many others. Shockingly, bacteria from periodontitis that starts in the mouth, have been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s victims! It’s like a sci-fi horror movie, but it’s real! The whole body is connected, and unchecked oral bacteria can do more damage than people realize. The scary thing, is that a lot of people often don’t feel or notice the damage being done.

How common is Perio? According to the American Dental Association, 42% of people over the age of 30 have periodontitis… Lets take a moment and think about everyone you know. Almost 1 out of 2 people over 30 you know has perio! Overall, 80% of Americans experience some form of periodontal disease in their lifetime. Its quite prevalent. If you include gingivitis, the mildest form, it affects up to 90% of the population, that’s 9 out of 10 people you know...

What do I do? Please schedule an appointment and we’ll take care of you! If we find you have periodontitis, it is not the end of the world. We can help you get healthy again! We’ll take x-rays, and check the health of your gums. If you have gum pockets greater than 3mm, you can’t brush or floss this out yourself! For people who have gum pockets at 5mm, we will need to provide Deep Cleanings. Deep cleanings are different than a normal hygiene appointment, and insurance coverage varies on policies. For Severe cases, we will refer to a specialist. .