Periodontal Information

Precursors to Gum Disease:

  • Smoking
  • Genetics
  • Pregnancy and Puberty
  • Stress
  • Medications (ex. Oral contraceptives, antidepressants)
  • Grinding and Clenching
  • Diabetes
  • Poor Nutrition
  • Other Systemic Diseases (ex. Cardiovascular disease)


Evidence is now mounting that suggests having periodontal disease may increase your risk for heart disease....

Risks for Heart Disease

  • Smoking
  • Being overweight
  • High cholesterol
  • High blood pressure


Bacteria associated with periodontal disease can enter the blood stream and create new infections, research suggests that this may:

  • Contribute to the development of heart disease
  • Increased risk of stroke
  • Increase a woman's risk of having preterm, low birth weight baby
  • Pose a serious threat to those already suffering from diabetes, respiratory diseases, or osteoporosis


Treatment for Periodontal Disease

  • Non-Surgical Therapy
  • Regular Prescribe Hygiene Care
  • Periodontal Surgery
  • Pocket Reduction Procedures
  • Regenerative Procedures
  • Crown Lengthening
  • Soft Tissue Grafts


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