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Gum Disease...Can Be Helped At Gary B Wiele DDS
 

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the St Louis, Kirkwood and Webster 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 Gary B Wiele DDS the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia.  Recently patented "perio trays" deliver medication to the base of the infection to help repair the gums.

Please call Gary B Wiele DDS at (314) 726-2265 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In St Louis Missouri and the surrounding
Kirkwood - Webster - Ladue - Clayton MO areas.

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