{"id":275,"date":"2015-12-10T19:52:03","date_gmt":"2015-12-10T19:52:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.pinerundental.com\/?p=275"},"modified":"2015-12-10T19:52:03","modified_gmt":"2015-12-10T19:52:03","slug":"horsham-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinerundental.com\/blog\/horsham-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Horsham Dentist Dr. Henkel Fights Periodontal Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Just as a strong and stable foundation is important to the integrity and look of your house, so too healthy gums and the underlying bone structure play a critical role in the appearance of your teeth. Gum disease, then, can be a threat to your smile and your oral health. But that\u2019s not all\u2014the bacteria that cause gum disease have also been connected to several bodily diseases and illnesses. Therefore, for the sake of your smile, your oral health and your general, taking care of your gums is critical. Dr. Gary Henkel and his team or dental hygienists and dental assistants at Horsham Dental Elements offer periodontal therapy<\/a> Philadelphia, PA, and Horsham, PA, residents can rely on to help them maintain healthy and beautiful smiles.
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\nPeriodontal disease is a bacterial infection that gradually destroys gum tissue before moving on to weaken and damage the supporting bone tissue underneath your gums. Millions of bacteria live naturally in the human mouth. The trouble begins when these bacteria, which accumulate in plaque\u2014that clear, sticky film that forms on our teeth all day every day\u2014are not cleared away regularly. Daily brushing and flossing, as well as regular dental checkups with the Philadelphia dentist are key to combatting this buildup.<\/p>\n

The Consequences of Periodontal Disease<\/h2>\n

In your mouth, gingivitis\u2014the beginning stage of periodontal disease\u2014is recognizable by red and swollen gums that may bleed when your brush. If not treated, then gingivitis goes on to become periodontitis. This advanced stage of gum disease causes enlarged gum pockets to form around your teeth. These pockets can fill with infection that eventually break down gums, connective tissue and bone. In fact, periodontitis is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults in the United States.<\/p>\n

Beyond your mouth, the bacteria that lead to periodontal disease have been linked to a number of systemic conditions including:<\/p>\n