What is primary cause of periodontal disease is?
Perio Disease is caused by genetics and poor hygiene. Bacteria accumulates under the gum tissue (you many hear some dentists refer to this as “bugs”) causing the bone around the teeth to deteriorate (this is why a person w/ perio disease often feels their teeth loosening as they get older). It is incurable but manageable with very good hygiene (brushing twice a day and flossing at night before bed and brushing gums gently but thoroughly) and REGULAR visits to your dentist for cleanings. Perio patients who have allowed the problem to go uncared for are usually put on a 3 – 4 month recall rather than 6 month. If you have caught the problem in time and with the help of a great dentist who cares as much for your teeth as you do, you will have your teeth for many years to come!
