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Gum Disease...Can Be Helped At Foothill Dental Care
 

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Pleasanton, Livermore and Dublin area, have or will have some form of gum disease.

Gum disease, or more correctly called "periodontal disease", is a bacterial infection in the gums and supporting structures of the teeth.  It can be divided into several categories.

The first stage is called "gingivitis" and is characterized by gum tissue that is red, puffy, and bleeds easily when touched with a toothbrush, floss or dental instrument.

The second, third, and fourth stages are initial, moderate, and advanced "periodontal disease", respectively.  These stages are different from gingivitis because the infection has destroyed the bone supporting the teeth, causing eventual tooth loss.  At Foothill Dental Care the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Foothill Dental Care at 925 462-1800 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In Pleasanton and Livermore California and the surrounding
Dublin - San Ramon - Danville CA areas.

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