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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a year ago
Love Dr. Christy and staff! Very caring and compassionate.
crista coleman
a year ago
Great personnel, and lots of care. A dental appt can be a challenge but they have a way of making it manageable and pleasant! Highly recommend.
Roy Stanford
a year ago
Very professional and friendly dentistry.
jeff bailey
a year ago
Excellent hygienist, very prompt and friendly service
Pamela Cavanaugh
a year ago
Everyone was friendly and courteous. Dr. Christy is the best. Takes time making sure everything is just right. Very helpful and patient. That means a lot to me.
Jayne Andrews
a year ago
Great office! Everyone is nice and welcoming. Dr Christy is a treasure! I was in and out in 30 minutes for a cleaning with X-rays!
Kelly Hazlett
a year ago
Excellent care and service. Dr Christy and her team are excellent.
Irving Castro
2 years ago
Great personality professionals and they always try to help
Jennifer Jones
2 years ago
Been going here for years and they have a super friendly and accommodating staff. Clean, updated building and I never have a long wait, if at all. Love it here.
Leona Weaver
2 years ago
Always upbeat atmosphere and gentle when cleaning and doing procedures. Highly recommend!!
Bryan Wood
2 years ago
Great experience all the way around, I will definitely be back
Markjones Jones
2 years ago
Friendly, pridessional service. A class act all the way around.
Nate Phillips
2 years ago
The folks here are friendly and professional.
amelia bloomgren
2 years ago
Always super nice staff. Very knowledgeable dental staff!
Jeana Rouchi
2 years ago
Leslie is the best at bringing everything together. The staff are intertaining to the point you don't care what they are doing to you...lol
LC Savannah
2 years ago
Great customer service and cleaning services. Val went out of her way to extra clean/buff off little bit of my stained teeth.
Beth James Smith
2 years ago
Dr Harpering is the best dentist I have ever seen. I enjoy going to her and her staff are so nice. So my experience is always a great time.
Patsy Herrmann
2 years ago
The best of the best! I've been a patient there since 2012
Ashli Clubine
2 years ago
I took my daughter there for her first cleaning, and she had a wonderful time! Dr. Christy and her team are so great, professional, and their newly renovated office is beautiful. HIGHLY recommend!
Abby Abisogun
2 years ago
I love this office. Everyone is always welcoming, accommodating, and pleasant. I always have a great experience!
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