3 Very Important Gingivitis Details

If you’re not a master of gingivitis information, then you probably haven’t experienced it! This, of course, is a good thing. However, that does not make you immune. As a result, we feel very strongly about ensuring you feel informed regarding this stage of gum disease. When you’re educated with details about prevention and early treatment, you’ll be fully prepared to protect your gum health.

#1: You Might Overlook It

Gingivitis can happen silently. That is, until it flourishes into a more serious stage of periodontal disease that will require more aggressive treatment and that may prove difficult to completely eradicate. “Are they telling me this to scare me?” you may wonder. No! We are telling you this detail because it’s the reason it’s absolutely imperative that you continue to show up for your six-month visits. We will diagnose you often before you have any idea that gum disease has begun.

#2: This Stage Is Curable

Did we mention that full-blown gum disease can prove difficult to cure? The good news is that gingivitis is something we can typically eliminate with a deep cleaning and care tips for home dental hygiene.

#3: You Can’t Fix It Alone

Even if we detect gingivitis early and send you home with a diagnosis, that doesn’t mean you’re going to be able to make it go away just by becoming more attentive to your dental hygiene. You will require our professional assistance because you’ve got plaque and tartar buildup that you can’t remove at home. We, however, can remove it for you!

See Us For Gingivitis Care Immediately

If we have diagnosed you with or if you think you’re suffering from gingivitis, see us immediately for a deep cleaning and any additional required care. Find out if you’re making good choices by scheduling a visit with your Ankeny, IA dentist today! Contact Peddicord Family Dentistry to set up an appointment by calling 515-963-3339.