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The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention<\/a> states there are millions of cases of periodontal or gum disease diagnosed annually in the United States. More than 70 percent of senior adults have some form of it. This oral infection degrades gum tissue and the underlying jaw bone, and when untreated, periodontal disease causes tooth loss. Periodontal disease in Lisle is, however, largely preventable and can be successfully treated through modern techniques such as those used by Drs. Frank and Jeanelle Marchese <\/a>at Arbor Dental Care Ltd.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There are many signs of gum disease, including:<\/p>\n Unfortunately, some people have few to no symptoms until the disease has progressed to a more damaging stage.<\/p>\n With some patients, gum disease runs in their families. Others suffer from it because they smoke, neglect proper brushing and flossing, are diabetic, have hormonal fluctuations (as during pregnancy and menopause) or are simply aging.<\/p>\n Using gentle periodontal probing of the gums, dental hygienists measure pocket depth (between the gums and teeth). The sticky plaque hidden deep in these pockets (deeper than three mm means periodontitis) contain bacteria which can cause gum disease.<\/p>\n Besides compromising teeth and gums, periodontal disease<\/a> has been linked to serious health conditions which affect the entire body. These conditions include:<\/p>\n That\u2019s why periodontal therapy from your Lisle dentist is so vital. It can greatly reduce these risks to your overall health.<\/p>\n For milder cases of gum disease, treatment involves correcting improper home oral hygiene. Routine in-office care is important as well. So, the professional staff at Arbor Dental Care Ltd.\u00a0 recommends:<\/p>\n More advanced periodontitis may be treated non-surgically with root planing and antibiotic therapy at the root level to stop the further growth of harmful micro-organisms. Comfortable laser therapy debrides and seals gum tissue without sutures.<\/p>\n If it\u2019s time for your semi-annual examination and professional cleaning, contact Arbor Dental Care<\/a> for an appointment. Also, if you have an immediate concern about the health of your gums or teeth, call right away. Drs. Frank and Jeanelle Marchese are known for their precise care and kind attitude. You\u2019ll know your oral health is in the best of hands.Causes and Symptoms of Gum Disease<\/h3>\n
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Why Gum Disease Requires Treatment<\/h3>\n
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Treating Gum Disease<\/h3>\n
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