Gum Disease in the Tacoma Fircrest University Place Gig Harbor and Puyallup Washington Area Reaches 80 Percent.

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James P Gagliardi DDS

1033 Regents Boulevard Suite 201 = Tacoma = WA 98466 = (253) 564-2570

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Gum Disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Tacoma, Fircrest and University Place 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 Fircrest Dental Arts Center the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Fircrest Dental Arts Center at (253) 564-2570 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In Tacoma Washington and the surrounding
Fircrest - University Place - Gig Harbor - Puyallup WA areas.