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How to Fight Gum Disease, Periodontitis
Periodontal (gum) diseases (translated literally as “damage of tissues that surround the teeth” – that is, gum and bone tissue that support the teeth) are contagious diseases, which are the main cause of tooth loss in adults.
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Many people are completely unaware that they even have periodontal disease. Prior to the occurrence of a pain and a major symptom, this problem may have already begun.
Gums make one of the most important parts in your mouth, and a part of it contributes to your smile. Many people who suffer from severe gum disease, often see the recession of the gums, and a greater part of tooth is exposed, which not only causes sensitivity when extreme hot or cold foods are taken, but also doesn’t look good when the person smiles.
Not wanting to resemble one of his former patients, Davis put off Weeks’ recommendation for surgery. But earlier this year during a visit to Weeks’ office, Davis learned about a new technique to treat periodontal disease – Laser Assisted New Attachment Program (LANAP) developed by Millennium Dental Technologies.
Gum recession treatments are varied and depend on the cause of the condition and its severity. Surgical and non-surgical receding gum treatments are available. Some of the options for growing back the gum are being described below.




