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Periodontal disease, or "gum" disease, affects four out of every five adults. This makes Periodontal disease one of the most common diseases affecting mankind, and is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It is caused by the presence of bacterial plaque. Plaque is formed by the action of the bacteria normally found in your mouth on remaining food debris. The result of this bacterial plaque is the formation of acids causing tooth decay, and other chemicals causing gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums.

Stages of Gums Dieases

HEALTHY GUMS
	Gums will be coral pink in color. Gums will hug the teeth tightly. Gums will not bleed on probing. Gums pocket all measure to a normal 3mm or less. No damage to the supporting bone in this stage. Bone height will be normal.

Non-Surgical Treatments

Scaling and Root Planning
		Gums will be coral pink in color. Gums will hug the teeth tightly. Gums will not bleed on probing. Gums pocket all measure to a normal 3mm or less. No damage to the supporting bone in this stage. Bone height will be normal.

Surgical Treatments

Flap Surgery
Might be necessary if inflammation and deep pockets remain following treatment with deep cleaning and medications. We will perform flap surgery to remove tartar deposits in deep pockets or to reduce the periodontal pocket and make it easier for the patient, to keep the area clean. This common surgery involves lifting back the gums and removing the tartar. The gums are then sutured back in place so that the tissue fits snugly around the tooth again.

Advanced Gum Disease Treatments

Periodontal Crown-Lengthening Surgery
	Is a procedure to improve a "gummy" smile because your teeth appear short? In this we remove excess gum and bone tissue to reshape and expose more of the natural tooth. This can be done to one tooth, to even the gum line, or to several teeth to expose a natural, broad smile.