February has been designated Gum Disease Awareness Month! Initially launched by the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, its purpose is to raise awareness about gum disease and encourage healthy dental habits to prevent it.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), gum disease, also referred to as periodontitis, is the result of infections and inflammation of the gums and bone that surround and support the teeth. In the early stages, the gums can become swollen and red, and they may bleed. As it progresses, the gums can pull away from the tooth, which can eventually result in bone and tooth loss. Not only does gum disease affect your mouth, it can affect your body as well. Regular check-ups and good oral hygiene are important to ensure everything is healthy.
Periodontal disease is mostly seen in adults, with 47.2% of those aged 30 years and older having some form of it. This risk only increases with age. On top of age, there are many other risk factors that can increase your chance of developing gum disease. One of the primary risk factors is smoking, followed by poor oral hygiene, diabetes, stress, hormonal changes and medications that cause dry mouth.
While gum disease starts in the mouth, when left untreated, it can start affecting many other parts of the body as well. This includes respiratory disease, rheumatoid arthritis, coronary artery disease and diabetes.
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newest oldest highest lowestGavin C.
a year ago
Thank you for the quick and professional treatment, especially on such short notice. I have been avoiding the Dentist since I had a bad experience somewhere else a few years ago. But these guys are much better.
Rosalinda Hernandez
a year ago
My experience was very good. I know they told me their names the two girls that work up front in the reception area and Dr. Paul's assistant they explained everything to me. I was very pleased.
Leslie Vizcarra
a year ago
Very friendly staff and clean environment!!
Jerry Robertson
a year ago
Good experience
Otis Mitchell
a year ago
It was a pleasant experience. The staff was very professional and caring. Explained everything to me and was very courteous. I recommend them to everyone. Will be going back to get more dental work. They did a wonderful job. I'm so thankful and appreciative for they did for me. I give them a 10 star.
Aubriana Corrales
a year ago
Absolutely amazing! Mario is super kind and amazing at his job! Sandra is so helpful at the front and Lisa is great and very informative!
Tonette Shipley
2 years ago
I brought my niece in with a bad tooth. The entire staff was so friendly! Professional and efficient! Hands down the Best Abbeville ever!
Terry Betancez
2 years ago
Great dentist and staff! They really treat you like family would recommend everyone that needs to see a dentist to go to Abbeville Dentistry and ask for Dr Dutton... AGAIN GREAT SERVICE AND GREAT PRICES....
Larry Kirkland
2 years ago
Marlen was very helpfully and Sandra good staff
Christopher Fields
2 years ago
Staff is informative, amiable. Everything was clean, professional, and quick. The dentist was a delight as were his crew.
Robert Hutton
2 years ago
Sandra at the front desk did an amazing job getting me what I needed and Mario who was helping the dentist did an amazing job as well I would most definitely go back
Anissa Ornelas
2 years ago
Definitely recommend Abbeville! Thanks Mario for being sweet and taking care of us!
David Turney
2 years ago
Everything was quick and smooth. Really nice staff.
sergio cardiel
2 years ago
Good reminders of appointments and staff is always friendly and professional. The dentists are knowledgeable and sympathetic. Procedures are explained and questions answered fully.
Cindy Mulloy
2 years ago
My kids love going to Abbeville staff is so friendly thank you Abbeville for always taken such good care of my kids
Victoria Rodriguez
2 years ago
This was mine and my husband 1st time. We thought it was going to be a bad a experience but NO. It was AMAZING. The front desk ladies were awesome. Veronica was absolutely fantastic. Dr Dunn and his associates were terrific. I would definitely recommend them and we are definitely going back for our needs and check ups. Thank yall so much for yalls time.
Jonie Martinez
2 years ago
Thank you for the lovely people working in office my daughter was in and out and very professional Thank You!!!
Liliana Salgado
2 years ago
Very nice staff and they take care of their patients all the time!
Liz Dominguez
2 years ago
Everyone was extremely friendly and made my daughter feel very comfortable. Great visit.
Sally Mccoy
2 years ago
They were absolutely amazing and so accommodating! Mine was actually an emergency and we were from out of state hunting . Dentist did the work and didn't charge me! Five star
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