Dental Services in Flemington
General Dentistry
Gum Disease
You may have never considered this, but your dentist can help reduce your risk for heart attacks, strokes, and respiratory conditions. Studies show gum disease to be a contributor to these and other serious illnesses, and millions of Americans have gum disease. In fact, gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss for American adults. Dr. Leyferman recommends hygiene appointments every six months to protect your oral, and physical, health.
When plaque hardens into tartar, it irritates sensitive gum tissue and causes gum disease. When combined with bacteria from decaying food particles, infection can set in. If you have gum disease, your gums may be red, swollen, tender, or they may bleed when you brush your teeth. Some patients show no signs of gum disease, and only a trained professional can detect it.
If we determine that you have gum disease, our hygienist can help you manage it. Scaling is a technique in which we remove hardened plaque from below the gum line. Root planing is the careful smoothing of rough teeth roots to remove areas prone to plaque buildup. We may also administer an antibiotic or suggest you see a periodontist for specialized care. Read more about these treatments here.
Call the Flemington office of Dr. Leyferman today for a consultation. We treat patients from across the region, including Bridgewater, Lambertville, and Raritan.