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Philip R Jen Kin DDS FACD
Robert M Miyasaki DDS
Andrew W Chin DDS
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18822 Palo Verde Avenue
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Cerritos CA
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90703
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(562) 920-1731
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Stages of gum disease
 The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults,
even in the Cerritos, Los Alamitos and Long Beach 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. The treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a
special cleaning called root planings with the use of local anesthesia
and sometimes gum surgery. These root planings are very careful,
detailed deep cleanings of the diseased roots of the teeth. Eliminating
the tartar or calculus buildup eliminated the bacteria, irritants, and
infection of the gums and bone. Root planing appointments vary according
to the time needed based upon the amount of buildup and infection
present. Good root planings can often eliminate the need for gum
surgery.
Please call us at (562) 920-1731 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum
disease.
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Gum Disease
In Cerritos California and the surrounding
Los Alamitos - Long Beach - Cypress - Huntington Beach CA areas.
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