Calgary, AB         Point McKay Dental Care         Sedation Dentist

Dr. Paul Hul

#4 145 Point Drive NW = Calgary AB = T3B 4W1 = 403 283-7829
 

Gum Disease...Can Be Helped At Point McKay Dental Care
 

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Calgary, Dalhousie and Lethbridge 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 Point McKay Dental Care the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Point McKay Dental Care at 403 283-7829 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

 

 


Gum Disease
In Calgary Alberta and the surrounding
Red Deer - Lethbridge - Banff - Medicine Hat AB areas.