Kent
Dentist - We are the first choice for people seeking
an outstanding Kent Dentist.
Whether
you need a filling, need specific dental work doing,
or would like some cosmetic dental work doing to improve
your confidence, Premier Dentists are the first
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Kent Dentist professionals to ensure that you
have access to some of the very best dental care available.
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Our
Kent Dentist professionals offer a wide variety of
treatments ranging from routine dental hygiene all
the way through to tooth implants and cosmetic smile
makeovers.
Helpful
Information
Gum
Disease
Normal
gums are pink in color and have a sharp outline. They
generally do not bleed on brushing.
Gum
disease is the most common cause of tooth loss. Gums
gradually shrink as people age. After age 35, about
three out of four adults are affected by some form
of gum disease. It is a slowly progressing infection
and is mostly painless in the early stages, and hence
most people do not pay any attention to it till it
is too late. But it is a totally preventable disease,
and can be treated if caught early.
Speak
to our Kent Dentist professionals as soon as possible
if you suspect you may have gum disease.
Cause
of Gum Disease
Gum
disease is caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria
that constantly forms on the teeth. If this plaque
is not removed on a daily basis, it will get mineralized
to form a stony crust called calculus or tartar. It
is not possible for you to remove this calculus -
your dentist will use a special instrument called
a scaler to remove it. These bacteria create toxins
that can damage the gums and bone.
Gum
disease can be divided into two stages:
* Gingivitis
* Periodontitis
Gingivitis is a superficial infection of the
gums. Some or all of the following signs may be present:
1. Redness and swelling
2. Bleeding gums
3. Bad breath odor that doesn't go away
To prevent gingivitis you need to do is keep the bacterial
populations in balance by flossing, brushing, and
rinsing daily with an anti-microbial rinse which removes
excess bacteria. Proper home dental care can remove
plaque. Professional cleanings during routine dental
visits remove tartar which harbors and nurtures the
proliferation of the undesirable bacteria. If left
unchecked, however, gingivitis may progress to periodontal
disease
Periodontitis is an infection of the underlying
bone. Periodontal disease is primarily caused by a
"silent" and "painless" bacterial
infection of the bone and ligaments which hold the
teeth in place. Symptoms often do not appear until
later stages. Some of the signs may be:
1. Spacing between teeth
2. Mobility of teeth
3. Receding gums
4. Pain or other discomfort
When enough bone has been lost, the tooth will become
loose. The progress of the disease depends on individual
health and resistance to disease. There may be no
activity for years, and then when resistance decreases
temporarily, gum disease appears or flares-up.
See
your Kent Dentist immediately if you notice:
* gums bleed when you brush your teeth
* red, swollen or tender gums
* gums have pulled away from the teeth
* bad breath that doesn't go away
* pus between your teeth and gums
* loose teeth
* a change in the way your teeth fit together when
you bite
* a change in the fit of partial dentures
Prevention
It
is very important to not allow calculus to form on
your teeth, simply by brushing the plaque off on a
daily basis. Floss can be used to remove plaque that
forms in-between teeth.
The
only way you can detect gum disease is by going for
regular dental check-ups. Your Kent Dentist will check
for disease signs with a probe as well as with x-rays.
Only a professional can diagnose gum disease in it's
early stages, when it is easiest to treat. Prevention
and treatment of gum disease involves the combined
efforts of your dentist and yourself. Your dentist
will remove the calculus present on your teeth. He
will also check for other contributing factors - defective
fillings, crowns, bite problems, etc. He will explain
the correct method of brushing and flossing, and will
provide maintenance care after the initial treatment.
You are required to put in your efforts towards daily
brushing and flossing, and following other instructions.
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