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Periodontal Gum Disease |
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Periodontist Carol W. Stevens,
D.D.S., M.B.A. specializes in the treatment and
prevention of periodontal gum disease in
Port Charlotte, Florida. |
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Periodontal Disease is one of
the most common and serious dental problems today.
People of all ages may experience symptoms of this
disease, which can lead to tooth loss if not
detected early. |
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"Perio" means around, and "dontal"
means tooth. Periodontal disease is an
infection that gradually destroys the tissue
surrounding your teeth and the jawbone that supports
them. It's sometimes called "gum disease,"
but it involves bone and other tissues, too. This
disease is often chronic (persists over time). |
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Periodontal disease often causes no symptoms,
especially in its early stages. But don't be fooled:
This "silent" disease can still damage the
gums, bone, and other tissues that surround the
teeth. Unless it's treated, this damage will worsen.
Eventually this can lead to tooth loss. There is
also evidence that the bacteria that cause
periodontal disease are linked to more general
health problems. These include heart disease,
pregnancy complications, and other serious
conditions. |
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Periodontal Treatment
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The good news is that treatment can limit damage and
help keep your mouth healthier. Laser Assisted New
Attachment Procedure
(LANAP) is the
newest technology for treating periodontal disease
and is offered to patients in our Port Charlotte
office as an alternative to
conventional gum
surgery. |
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So whether you have healthy gums and want to keep
them that way, or you already have gum disease and want to control
it better, contact Port Charlotte Periodontist
Carol W. Stevens, D.D.S., M.B.A. and find out more about gum disease,
and know that it can be treated.
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