Periodontal disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in millions of people across the country. One might not even know if they have a gum infection because the disease is painless and symptoms don’t begin to appear right away. If left untreated, it could ultimately lead to tooth loss by means of loss of supporting tissue and bone depletion. Gum disease is caused by plaque buildup around the gum line. Symptoms include bleeding gums, bad breath, and loose teeth. However, detection of potential gum disease is simple, and if caught in the early stages it can be eliminated quickly. With a deep cleaning, we can have all the plaque over and under the gum line removed and the infectious bacteria eliminated. If the disease is caught in its later stages, further treatment will be required. Don’t let a gum infection sneak up on you, have us find out if you are need of a deep cleaning which could potentially save your teeth and your smile. Call us at Shiny Dental at 703-333-5105 and schedule your appointment today.

Gum disease example before and after prophylaxis. This patient will require a deep cleaning afterwards

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