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Gum Disease...Can Be Helped At Klement Dental Excellence
 

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the St Petersburg, Seminole and Largo 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 Klement Dental Excellence the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Klement Dental Excellence at (727) 498-1942 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In St Petersburg Florida and the surrounding
Seminole - Largo - St Pete Beach - Treasure Island FL areas.

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