We all know that caring for your teeth is essential for maintaining good oral health, but your gums also play an important role and shouldn’t be neglected. Gum disease can be a serious detriment to both your oral health and your overall wellness, and Dr. Kathleen Hoye provides the type of dental care you need to maintain peak periodontic health and prevent gum disease.
With periodontal disease responsible for 75 percent of all adult tooth loss cases in the United States, it is critical to check for and treat periodontal issues when the first arise. Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums that starts when a build-up of plaque on your teeth hardens into tartar. As tartar accumulates, bacteria collects and attacks the tissue around the gums. In its early stages, this gum disease is gingivitis, but if it is left untreated, it becomes periodontis. Periodontis can destroy your gums tissue and lead to tooth loss. Periodontis can even result in a loss of bone mass in your jawbone, and heart disease, diabetes and stroke have also been linked to poor periodontal health.
The state of your gums affects the health of your entire body, so come to Hoye Dental for dental checkups and cleaning. We will make sure your gums are well cared for. Call 508-823-1600 to schedule an appointment with our office in Taunton, MA and 781-444-4647 to schedule an appointment with our office in Needham, MA. For more information, visit www.HoyeDental.com.
