A respected Boston dentist, Julia Faigel leads Dr. Dental as clinical director and owner, and provides personalized care. Julia Faigel stays current on the latest trends in oral health care as a dentist and has knowledge of periodontal issues affecting the gums.
The mouth contains a wide range of bacteria that can combine with other substances to create a sticky plaque which must be combatted through daily flossing and brushing. If not removed, it can solidify into a hardened substance called tartar that contributes to gingivitis, or gum inflammation. This condition has symptoms such as swollen gums that bleed easily. The tartar cannot simply be brushed away and must be addressed through a deep cleaning.
In cases where gingivitis isn’t addressed, a still more serious condition called periodontitis can emerge in which tissue inflammation causes the gum to pull back from the teeth. As spaces turn into pockets, bacteria are able to attack the tooth beneath the gum line, which can cause further bone deterioration and, ultimately, tooth loss. Key to preventing this situation is attentive daily care combined with regular visits to the dentist for cleaning and evaluation.
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