Gum Disease in the Albuquerque Rio Rancho Santa Fe Belen and Los Lunas New Mexico Area Reaches 80 Percent.

Albuquerque, NM Brian K Dennis DDS Cosmetic Dentist

Brian K Dennis DDS

8400 Osuna Road Suite 6A = Albuquerque = NM 87111 = 505 292-1051

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Gum Disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Santa Fe area, have or will have some form of gum disease.

Gum disease, or more correctly called "periodontal disease", is a bacterial infection in the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. It can be divided into several categories.

The first stage is called "gingivitis" and is characterized by gum tissue that is red, puffy, and bleeds easily when touched with a toothbrush, floss or dental instrument.

The second, third, and fourth stages are initial, moderate, and advanced "periodontal disease", respectively. These stages are different from gingivitis because the infection has destroyed the bone supporting the teeth, causing eventual tooth loss. At Brian K Dennis DDS the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Brian K Dennis DDS at 505 292-1051 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In Albuquerque New Mexico and the surrounding
Rio Rancho - Santa Fe - Belen - Los Lunas NM areas.