Gold River, CA         Sunriver Dental Care         Sedation Dentist

Dr. Craig H Johnson

2200 Sunrise Boulevard Suite 100 = Gold River CA = 95670 = (916) 635-1191
 



Stages of gum disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Gold River, Rancho Cordova and Fair Oaks 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 Sunriver Dental Care the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Sunriver Dental Care at (916) 635-1191 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

 

 

 


Gum Disease
In Gold River California and the surrounding
Rancho Cordova - Fair Oaks - Sacramento - Folsom CA areas.