Keeping Your Gums Healthy Will Reduce Your Tooth Loss Risk

Your goal when it comes to oral health care should be to keep your smile in the best possible condition for as long as possible. While aging can present some challenges to your preventive dental care habits, you should not feel as though tooth loss is something you are unable to avoid. If you feel concerned about the possibility of tooth loss, you should know that the biggest risk comes in the form of gum disease. Paying attention to your periodontal health today can ensure that your gums stay healthy, and that your smile stays complete. If you detect symptoms of a periodontal infection, your dentist can help by providing a Perio Tray. A Perio Tray gives you a means of directly administering treatment to your gums, so that bacterial infection can be effectively addressed.

Why Advanced Gum Disease Increases Your Risk For Tooth Loss

Individuals who suffer from periodontitis (advanced gum disease) will suffer damage to the supportive bone and soft tissues that keep teeth secure. Over time, that breakdown of material can leave teeth too unstable, and require their extraction. In some cases, they can be lost on their own.

Gum disease can be reversed in its earlier stages, but advanced problems with this condition can be difficult to address. You may need to seek ongoing support from a specialist, depending on the severity of your infection.

Relying On Professional Dental Care To Keep Your Smile In Great Shape

Your dentist can provide prosthetic support for your smile if you need it, including advanced support with dental implants. With that said, you can also rely on regular preventive care to protect you against tooth loss. Regular visits, along with good habits at home, will be valuable in your fight against oral health troubles over the years.

Talk To Wager-Evans Dental About Protecting Your Gums, And Your Smile

At Wager-Evans Dental, you can count on great care for your teeth, and your gums. Our practice offers valuable comprehensive oral health support to all of our patients, and we can help you maintain your best smile! Located in Reno, NV, we proudly welcome residents from South Meadows, Double Diamond, Caughlin Ranch, Donner Springs, Meadowood, Sommersett, Arrow Creek, and all surrounding communities. To schedule a consultation or your next dental appointment, visit our office, or contact us today  by calling (775) 829-7700.

About The Author

Dr. Brian Evans

Dr. Brian Evans, the current owner of Wager Evans Dental, initially worked as a CPA before transitioning to dentistry to make a greater impact on people's lives. He joined his father-in-law to expand a three-decade-long legacy in the northern Nevada community, eventually taking over the practice. Dr. Evans prioritizes a comfortable environment for his patients and stays at the forefront of dental technology and medical techniques through continuous education and advanced training, focusing on oral and systemic health.

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