Dental Services in Plano, TX

Gum Disease

Fast facts on periodontal (gum) disease:

  • 75% of adult tooth loss is caused by gum disease
  • This disease is caused by the colonization of bacteria which in turn
    causes an active infection in your gums and jawbones
  • The bacteria and chemical by-products the body uses to fight these bacteria can enter the blood stream and cause serious problems in distant parts of the body
  • Scientists have found that some of these serious problems can include heart disease, stroke, diabetes, pre-mature births, and low birth weight
  • Often there are no noticeable symptoms for a long time; a dentist or hygienist must do a thorough and complete examination to detect it, especially in its early stages
  • Gum disease has been described as periodic and cyclical—meaning you may experience an episode and then the disease may remain dormant for a while before returning

While it is very important for you to thoroughly clean your teeth twice a day, it is also important to have a thorough cleaning and examination twice a year. We provide thorough examinations to monitor you for any potential signs of diseased gums.

We offer the following services:

  • Charting and Diagnostic Services
  • In-office Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy
  • Referral to a trusted periodontist if necessary (located right here in the Lone Star Crossing building)
5800 Coit Road Suite 100 ~ Plano, Texas 75023 ~ Phone: 469.241.9000 ~ Fax: 469.241.0446