It is surprising that it affects so many other systems. Surgery isn't always required, though, depending on the extent of it. Dentist's usually strive for the least invasive treatment plan possible, although - again - depending on the severity of the case they may recommend a rather aggressive treatment plan to slow the progress of the disease and allow the gums and bone a chance to heal.
It's really over a long period of time that gum disease goes untreated that the body's other systems can be affected that's why regular oral hygiene, including dental check-ups are really important to catch it early before it does more underlying damage.
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It is surprising that it affects so many other systems. Surgery isn't always required, though, depending on the extent of it. Dentist's usually strive for the least invasive treatment plan possible, although - again - depending on the severity of the case they may recommend a rather aggressive treatment plan to slow the progress of the disease and allow the gums and bone a chance to heal.
It's really over a long period of time that gum disease goes untreated that the body's other systems can be affected that's why regular oral hygiene, including dental check-ups are really important to catch it early before it does more underlying damage.
August 17, 2014 - 7:21pmThis Comment
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