{"id":488,"date":"2019-05-15T08:53:20","date_gmt":"2019-05-15T07:53:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/?p=488"},"modified":"2019-05-30T09:42:59","modified_gmt":"2019-05-30T08:42:59","slug":"is-gum-disease-preventable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/is-gum-disease-preventable\/","title":{"rendered":"Is gum disease preventable?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Gum disease is responsible for\nmany oral health problems, including tooth loss. Caused by the accumulation of\nplaque on the teeth and in between the gum line, gum disease is an oral\ncondition that can be easily prevented \u2013 just stick to your planned dental\nappointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At Northern\nBeaches Dental<\/strong>, we are aware that gum disease can increase the odds of\ndeveloping other diseases and infections. Visiting the dentist in Mackay<\/a>\nfor regular check-ups and cleanings at least bi-annually is really important\nfor the prevention of gum disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patients with sensitive gums or\nother conditions are encouraged to see their dentist in Mackay more frequently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum disease and oral health complications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum disease is a multi-stage condition that affects your gums. Early-stage gum disease, commonly known as\ngingivitis, can be easily treated but does not always exhibit visible symptoms.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patients with sensitive, red and\nswollen gums should see the dentist in Mackay<\/strong> as\nsoon as possible as these symptoms are commonly associated with gingivitis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if your oral hygiene is unblemished,\nyou are still at risk of developing gingivitis, as bacteria and plaque tend to\nstick in crevices in the mouth which are hard to reach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When left untreated, gingivitis progresses\ninto periodontitis, an advanced and serious form of gum disease. Periodontitis\nis potentially threatening for your teeth and gums, since it is associated with\ntooth loss and gum deterioration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can gum disease be avoided?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum disease can be easily\nprevented, provided that you take a few easy steps. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n