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21 . What causes gum disease?
Gum (periodontal) disease is caused by bacteria. These bacteria, if left along the gumline, will irritate the gums and cause an inflammation reaction. The gums then begin to bleed and swell allowing the bacteria to go deeper under the gumline. If the inflammation is allowed to continue, the bone will begin to demineralize and dissolve. As the bone dissolves around the teeth, the teeth become unsupported and will fall out. Unfortunately, pain does not occur until the final stages of the disease and treatment at that time has very little chance of being successful. If your gums bleed regularly, seek treatment as soon as possible.

22 . My gums bleed when I brush, what does it mean?
Bleeding gums is an early indicator of gingivitis, or swollen gums,usually caused by plaque and/or calculus accumulated under the gumline. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to bone loss and eventual tooth loss. Gingivitis can be reversed by proper brushing and flossing within a few weeks. If bleeding persists two to three weeks, consult your dentist.




Office
Radiant Smiles Dental
587 Virginia Avenue NE, Suite 5
Atlanta, GA 30306
P: 404.389.0700
F: 404.389.0701
While You Wait
:: C.A.E.S.Y - Educational system
:: Smile Channel - Information on good hygiene practices and the benefits of professional dentistry
Dental Technologies
:: Cerec 3D same-day crowns
:: Diagnodent
:: Digital X-rays (less radiation)
:: Waterlase MD
:: 1-Hour Teeth Whitening
:: Sedation Dentistry
:: STA System - painless anesthesia
:: Oraqix - needle-free anesthesia
:: Computerized Digital Imaging
:: Vizilite oral cancer screening
:: Intraoral cameras
:: Prophy-Jet - Gently polishes your teeth
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