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Courtyard Dental Care

2231 Douglas Boulevard Suite 110 = Roseville CA = 95661 = (916) 784-6300
3113 Professional Drive Suite 1 = Auburn CA = 95603 = (530) 823-2568
 

Stages of gum disease
 

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Roseville, Auburn and Granite Bay 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 Courtyard Dental Care the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Courtyard Dental Care at (916) 784-6300
in Roseville or (530) 823-2568 in Auburn for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

 

 

 


Gum Disease
In Roseville California and the surrounding
Granite Bay - Rocklin - Lincoln - Auburn CA areas.