Gum Disease in the Austin Arboretum Area Seton Northwest Area Round Rock and Northwest Austin Texas Area Reaches 80 Percent.

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AnnMarie Olson DDS

11623 Angus Road Suite 23 = Austin = TX 78759 = (877) 468-8131

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Gum Disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Austin, Arboretum Area and Seton Northwest Area 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 AnnMarie Olson DDS PA the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call AnnMarie Olson DDS PA at (877) 468-8131 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In Austin Texas and the surrounding
Arboretum Area - Seton Northwest Area - Round Rock - Northwest Austin TX areas.