Untreated gingivitis will eventually progress into periodontal disease. At this point, the soft tissues around the teeth become infected and start to detach from the root surfaces. Bone shrinkage soon follows. As a result, deep “pockets” form between the gums and teeth where the detachment has occurred.
The deeper the periodontal pockets become, the more at-risk you are for tooth loss.
Periodontists are gum and bone health experts who can help you save your smile before it’s too late. Through a variety of therapy options, we can combat and heal gum infections and maintain bone integrity to preserve your teeth and bone.