Gum Disease in the Houston Museum District Park Plaza Texas Medical Center and West University Place Texas Area Reaches 80 Percent.

Houston, TX J Dean McDaniel DDS Cosmetic Dentistry

J Dean McDaniel DDS

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Gum Disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Houston, Museum District and Park Plaza 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 J Dean McDaniel DDS the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call J Dean McDaniel DDS at (713) 520-8400 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In Houston Texas and the surrounding
Museum District - Park Plaza - Texas Medical Center - West University Place TX areas.