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General Dentistry Long Island
Your teeth are strong, durable structures that must withstand massive amounts of pressure each day. It is important to protect your teeth and keep them strong through daily brushing and regular professional care from a licensed and experienced general dentist.
General dentistry involves the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of a wide range of dental conditions for patients of all ages, as well as the maintenance of overall oral health. This comprehensive care from a general dentist is usually the only source of care patients require for their dental needs. There are several different dental specialties, but general dentistry encompasses the basics of these specialties.
You can prevent dental conditions by seeing your dentist on a regular basis. Regular visits to the dentist are recommended at least once every six months in order to maintain proper oral hygiene and screen for any potential problems. Receiving regular checkups can help improve your dental health and prevent major problems from developing. These checkups involve a full mouth cleaning as well.
A dental checkup appointment may also include X-rays to provide your doctor with full, detailed images of your teeth that can help detect early signs of decay or disease. These images can be viewed together by the doctor and patient in order to determine any potential problems and decide upon the best treatment options. Digital X-rays are becoming more and more common and produce immediate images that can be easily managed.
Periodontics Long Island
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that involves conditions and diseases of the supporting structures of the teeth. These supporting structures include the gingival (gums), alveolar bone, cementum and the periodontal ligament, collectively known as the periodontium. Periodontics is derived from the Greek language and literally translates as the study of that which is around the tooth.
The practice of periodontics typically focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease, also commonly known as gum disease. Periodontal disease is actually a broad term that encompasses several different conditions of the gums, including gingivitis and periodontitis. These are common conditions that affect millions of people as a result of smoking, genetics or poor oral hygiene. Most cases of periodontal disease are not serious and can be effectively treated through conservative treatment methods.
Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease can develop as a result of many different factors. Some of these factors include:
- Smoking
- Heredity
- Poor hygiene
- Stress
- Medication
- Pregnancy or menopause
- Diabetes
- Obesity
Many cases of periodontal disease do not cause any symptoms until the condition progresses to an advanced stage. It is important to seek medical treatment at the first sign of any symptoms. Common symptoms of periodontal disease include:
- Red, swollen, tender gums
- Bleeding
- Receding gums
- Sores in the mouth
- Loose or separating teeth
- Pus between the teeth and gums
- Bad breath
- Change in bite
