Dentist - San Francisco - Dr. Nancy H. Khalaf, D.D.S. Bay Area Dental Practice
The good news is that in most people gum disease is preventable.
Patients need to understand the importance of healthy gums. We check all our patients for signs of gum disease. Gum disease is a disease (a chronic bacterial infection)
of the mouth that can go undiagnosed until it is too late, resulting ultimately in the loss of teeth. Harmful bacteria are contained in a colorless sticky film called plaque, the cause of gum disease. It is important to realize gum disease not only affects the gums, it also deteriorates the bone, which supports the teeth. Be aware that gum disease does not cause the patient to experience any pain, until it is in its advance stages. Some signs to look for if you think you may have gum disease are bleeding of the gums, bad breath, and roughness of the surfaces of the teeth.
Get The Facts About Gum Disease - Ask Dr. Nancy Khalaf
There are different stages of treatment available to combat gum disease at Bay SF Dental. Patients diagnosed with gum disease will first see highly qualified dental hygienists, who have been specially trained to treat gum disease and help maintain the health of the patient’s mouth following gum treatments.
Attention to everyday oral hygiene (brushing and flossing), coupled with professional cleanings twice a year, could be all that's needed to prevent gum disease--and actually reverse the early stage--and help you keep your teeth for a lifetime.
Do You Have a Gum Infection?
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Are your gums tender, swollen, painful, or itchy?
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Do your gums ever bleed when you brush your teeth, floss, or use a toothpick?
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Are your teeth feeling loose?
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Have you noticed any spaces between your teeth or do they seem to be moving?
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Are your gums receding (pulling away from your teeth)?
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Are you troubled with constant bad breath?
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Have you noticed pus oozing out from your gums when you press on them?
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Have you noticed any changes in your bite or in the fit of your partial denture?
Contact Bay Sf Dental - Dr. Nancy Khalaf Your Local Family Dentist
Bay Area Dentist, Nancy H. Khalaf, D.D.S. Family And Cosmetic Dentistry 2345 Ocean Ave
San Francisco, CA 94127
Phone: 415-333-2308 Fax:
