Untreated gum disease is not only hazardous to your mouth, but also to your general health. Untreated gum disease has been linked to many ailments, including heart disease, diabetes, kidney stones, and pre-term and low-birth weight babies.

Treating gum disease can be one of the most important things you can do for your health. Fortunately Dr. Matrullo and Associates treat gum disease painlessly and effectively. The team has over 35 years combined experience to treat the most serious of issues.

What is Gum Disease?

Gum disease starts out as gingivitis- a severe inflammation of the gum tissue caused by plaque and bacteria that has not been removed.

Left untreated, gingivitis can progress to Periodontitis, which involves the loss of bone around your teeth.

Please call Dr. Matrullo and Associates at 401-943-0644 for a complete evaluation of your potential disease.

What can happen if I don’t treat my gum disease?

Untreated gum disease may result in the loosening of the teeth, tooth loss, the shifting of the teeth and the alterations of your bite. Newer research has connected untreated gum disease to many systemic health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, and other inflammatory processes.

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It doesn’t hurt. Do I still need to fix my gum disease?

Many illnesses and chronic conditions can present for a long time without causing severe pain. High blood pressure doesn’t hurt, until it results in a Heart Attack! Like any other condition, gum disease is most easily treated when it is caught early. This is why it is important to be seen twice a year for professional teeth cleaning visits.

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How do I get it treated?

This is tailored to each patient individually. Conservative treatment for mild cases is called root planning or “Deep Cleaning”. This performed one corner of the mouth at a time while that area is numb. It is more aggressive than a traditional cleaning because the entire exposed root surface of the tooth and planed and polished the entire mouth is treated over two to four visits. (Until the root is smooth again)

In more severe cases a combination of gum surgery and gum grafting may be necessary.
After an evolution Dr. Matrullo and Associates can recommend the appropriate procedure.
Treating the upper right and then upper left during separate visits

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How can I prevent gum disease?

Gum disease can be prevented by brushing and flossing properly at home two times daily and by having professional cleanings by your hygienists twice per year. Dr. Matrullo and Associates can also recommend special routines for people at a higher risk for gum disease.

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Who is at a higher risk?

Other systemic illnesses and diseases can put a person at higher risk gum disease.
Call Dr. Matrullo and Associates to evaluate your risk factor. To see if your mouth is at a higher risk for gum disease.

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