Is Gum Disease Affecting Your Smile?
Gum disease is a common oral condition affecting nearly 75 percent of Americans and can impact patient health in ways that go well beyond the smile.
Patients who have gum disease in Duxbury and Osterville, MA often experience signs and symptoms that affect their oral health and comfort, but that may go unnoticed or regarded as “normal” for their mouth. Common signs and symptoms of gum disease include bleeding gums, red or swollen gums, bad breath, and gum recession, among others. Surprising to many patients is the fact that pain typically is not a symptom of gum disease, until the advanced stages. If you notice any indication of gum disease in your mouth, a consultation with our board-certified periodontist, Dr. Robert Faiella, can determine the best course of treatment to minimize damage and restore health to your smile.
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- Dr. Faiella discusses the importance of treating gum disease
Gum Disease and the Mouth-Body Connection
Gum disease can also exacerbate or become a risk factor for a host of medical concerns that may impact your general health and quality of life. Scientific research has discovered links between gum disease and other systemic conditions. Dr. Faiella is highly aware of this mouth-body connection and offers the treatments necessary to improve periodontal health that supports overall wellness.
Gum Disease Has Been Linked to:
- Heart Disease and Stroke
- Type II Diabetes
- Certain Cancers
- Respiratory Illness
- Pregnancy Complications
The Importance of Treating Gum Disease
Gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss today. However, tooth loss can often be prevented, and the disease arrested and maintained, if addressed in a timely manner. When diagnosed and treated in the early stage of gingivitis, gum disease is completely reversible. If left to progress to periodontitis or advanced periodontitis, however, irreparable damage to the bone, gums and other periodontal structures occur, leading to bone deterioration, loose teeth and tooth loss, in some cases. Treating your gum disease as early as possible offers the best chance to minimize oral damage and the need to replace missing teeth, saving your teeth and your smile.
Expert Periodontal Care
With over 30 years in practice, Dr. Faiella is a leading expert in restoring periodontal health through effective gum disease treatments, offering scaling and root planing, osseous surgery and periodontal maintenance services. He and our team are committed to ensuring your comfort when visiting our practice for periodontal care, no matter your treatment needs. As a patient of our practice, you can expect to receive the one-on-one personalized care you deserve from a dedicated team who puts you first.
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Osterville Location
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New Patient:
(508) 392-6225 -
Current Patient:
(508) 420-1124 -
Address:
749 Main Street, Suite B
Osterville, MA 02655 -
Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday | 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday | 8:00am – 1:00pm
Duxbury Location
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New Patient:
(781) 285-7308 -
Current Patient:
(781) 934-6562 -
Address:
20 Tremont Pl # B
Duxbury, MA 02332 -
Hours:
Monday & Wednesday | 8:00am – 5:00pm