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Advanced Preventive Care – Adult Tooth Loss Prevention

We have centered our practice on prevention and health as opposed to one that simply emphasizes emergency and repair care. The supporting gum tissue and bone are just as vital as the teeth themselves. In our practice, a high level of time and care is spent providing our patients with education. There are no secrets. We want to provide you with the necessary information to keep and maintain your teeth a lifetime.

The best way to protect and maintain the crucial supporting structures for life is to have a qualified hygienist provide frequent periodontal care and therapy, at which time preventive procedures can be implemented to protect your dental health. While the responsibility for returning for periodic preventive treatment lies with you, we will provide an ongoing program of health maintenance with you. We believe in individual care and attention.

Symptoms of Periodontal Disease

The leading cause of adult tooth loss • affects 75% of the population

• Gums that bleed when you brush your teeth
• Gums are red, swollen or tender
• Gums have pulled away (receded) from teeth
• Pus between teeth and gums when gums are pressed
• Permanent teeth are loose or separating
• Change in the way your teeth fit when biting
• Any change in fit of partial dentures
• Persistent bad breath

If one or more of these warnings signs apply to you, call us.