Periodontal Health
Periodontal health is an area of dentistry that focuses on the causes and treatments for gum disease. Gum disease can be caused by a variety of factors. These include: poor oral hygiene, smoking and the use of tobacco products, and chronic illness. In many instances, gum disease can be prevented by practicing good oral hygiene. You can trust that if you develop gum disease or other periodontal health concerns, you are in good hands with Dr. DuBois.
Signs of gum disease include:
- Bleeding gums
- Swollen gums
- Red gums
- Tenderness
- Loosened teeth
- Receding gums
- Bad breath
- Damage to the jawbone
We offer quality care in treating and preventing gum disease including:
- Scaling
- Root planing
- Surface debridement
- Bone grafts