{"id":206,"date":"2019-08-05T20:42:28","date_gmt":"2019-08-05T20:42:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=206"},"modified":"2019-09-05T20:45:09","modified_gmt":"2019-09-05T20:45:09","slug":"forgetful-4-ways-you-can-tell-you-are-in-need-of-gum-disease-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/05\/forgetful-4-ways-you-can-tell-you-are-in-need-of-gum-disease-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Forgetful? 4 Ways You Can Tell You Are in Need of Gum Disease Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_136685733__1565641422_89416.jpg\" alt=\"an image of bacteria found in gum disease\" class=\"wp-image-207\" width=\"309\" height=\"232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_136685733__1565641422_89416.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_136685733__1565641422_89416-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_136685733__1565641422_89416-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you know that your mouth and body health are much more\nintertwined than you think? If poor oral hygiene habits, decay, disease, or\ninfection exist within the mouth, you can expect signs of other health-related\nconditions to begin showing, and vice versa. One of the best ways to combat\nsome of the most unexpected dangers associated with harmful plaque and tartar\naround the gum line is with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/gum-disease-treatment.html\">gum\ndisease therapy in Longmont<\/a>. Find out more about these dangerous risks and\nhow treatment can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also known as periodontal disease, this common oral health\nproblem affects more than 80% of the population, many of whom have no idea that\nthey have it. When plaque and tartar spread beneath the gum line, the infection\ncan not only negatively impact the gums, teeth, and bone, but it can enter the\nbloodstream and lead to serious health-related problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Some Unexpected Dangers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the most common dangers associated with gum disease\nare:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Red, swollen, or bleeding gums<\/li><li>Receding gums<\/li><li>Bad breath<\/li><li>Loose teeth<\/li><li>Painful chewing<\/li><li>Weakened jawbone<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately, that is only the start. Your oral health isn\u2019t\nthe only thing negatively impacted by periodontal disease in Longmont. In fact,\nhere are 4 unexpected dangers you may not expect to experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Alzheimer\u2019s: <\/strong>Gum disease and negative\ncognitive brain function can be linked because of the infection (P. gingivalis)\nthat encourages and boost beta-amyloid, which is tied to Alzheimer\u2019s. <\/li><li><strong>Heart Disease: <\/strong>When inflammation\noccurs within the gums, it can trigger inflammation in the cardiovascular system.\nWhen the bacteria enters the bloodstream, it can travel to the heart and cause swelling\nand serious damage resulting in a heart attack or stroke. <\/li><li><strong>Lung Disease: <\/strong>Considering how your\nlungs are affected by anything that is inhaled through the mouth, it\u2019s natural for\nthere to be a link between gum disease and lung disease. Inflammation is considered\nthe main factor, and as the gums swell, so can the tubes that allow air to\ntravel to the lungs. This can cause them to become narrower and restrict\nairflow. In addition, any bacteria that is inhaled will go straight to the lungs\nand can lead to infection and inflammation.<\/li><li><strong>Cancer: <\/strong>The bacteria found most\ncommonly in gum disease, Treponema denticola, has been found to appear in\ncertain tumors in the gastrointestinal system. In fact, the enzyme, T.\ndenticola actually encourages and assists the bacteria in invading the tissues affected\nby gum disease. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Gum Disease Therapy Help?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gum disease therapy can be performed by a dentist in\nLongmont. Using a process known as scaling and root planing, they can carefully\nremove plaque and tartar buildup from around the gum line before smoothing out\nthe tooth\u2019s root, allowing it to reattach to the gum tissue. Although a timely\nprocess that can require a patient to maintain regular dental visits on a much\nmore frequent basis, it can lessen the chances of developing serious health\nproblems as a result. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gum health should not be pushed to the back burner. In fact,\nyou should take care of your gums just as much as you take care of your teeth.\nIf you\u2019re unsure of how you can maintain your oral health, talk to your dentist\nabout tips, techniques, and tools that will make the daily routine easier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About the Practice<br>At Longmont Complete Dentistry, we offer gum disease therapy for patients suffering from harmful bacteria that has spread beneath the gum line. Dr. Dan Maurer and his father, Dr. James Maurer, know the importance of good oral and overall health, and they know how much it means to you, which is why you can expect a dedicated team of professionals to provide you with personalized care and treatment options. To learn more, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">contact us<\/a> at <strong>(303) 772-7000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you know that your mouth and body health are much more intertwined than you think? If poor oral hygiene habits, decay, disease, or infection exist within the mouth, you can expect signs of other health-related conditions to begin showing, and vice versa. 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