{"id":13,"date":"2016-04-18T17:46:41","date_gmt":"2016-04-18T17:46:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/?p=13"},"modified":"2019-10-30T17:48:15","modified_gmt":"2019-10-30T17:48:15","slug":"what-to-do-when-you-think-you-have-gum-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/what-to-do-when-you-think-you-have-gum-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do When You Think You Have Gum Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"148\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/image003.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Gum disease is extremely common in the United States, with half of adults 30\nand older dealing with some form of it. However common it may be, this disease\nis very treatable and preventable if you have the proper understanding. Dr.\nNeelima Ravi, dentists at Oceanside\nFamily Dental in Hampton, NH, want to educate their patients about gum disease\nand the best ways to treat it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is gum disease?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your teeth aren&#8217;t the only structures in your mouth affected by bacteria.\nYour gums are also subject to problems associated with the buildup of bacterial\ncolonies, which form a clear and sticky film called plaque. If plaque is left\nto harden &#8211; a process that only takes about 24 hours &#8211; it becomes tartar. This\nbacteria-filled material adheres itself to the teeth and begins wearing away\nthe gum tissue. Gum disease is progressive; in its milder form, it&#8217;s known as\ngingivitis. The more advanced gum disease seen by your Hampton dentist is\ncalled periodontitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How do I know if I have gum disease?<\/strong><br>\n<br>\nGum disease, whether mild or severe, can only be officially diagnosed by your\nHampton dentist. However, there are some telltale signs and symptoms that might\ngive you some indication about the presence of early gum disease. Often the first\nsign happens when you brush your teeth; one or more areas of your gums may\nbleed during your regular brushing or flossing routine. Your gums may or may\nnot be tender and swollen as well. Some people also notice they&#8217;ve developed\npersistent bad breath; this is due to bacteria collecting under the gum\nline.&nbsp;<br>\n<br>\nMore advanced gum disease (periodontitis) brings with it gum recession, spaces\ndeveloping between the teeth, discoloration of the gums and tooth loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How can gum disease be treated?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a variety of ways your Hampton dentist can treat gum disease. Many\npatients with gingivitis see results with a change in brushing, flossing and\nrinsing habits. Medicated mouthwashes are particularly helpful at introducing\noxygen to the area and fighting the bacterial buildup. You may also receive a\ntreatment called scaling and root planing at Oceanside Family Dental that\ninvolves one of our dental hygienists removing the tartar using specialized\nhandheld tools. Medications to fight the bacteria or suppress its development\nmay also be used.<br>\n<br>\nIf you think your gums may need some treatment, don&#8217;t delay &#8211; contact Oceanside\nFamily Dental in Hampton, NH today to set up an appointment!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gum disease is extremely common in the United States, with half of adults 30 and older dealing with some form of it. However common it may be, this disease is very treatable and preventable if you have the proper understanding. 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