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• | Poor oral hygiene. Brushing and flossing are essential for eliminating plaque and bacteria from the surfaces of your teeth. When you do not brush and floss regularly, or you skip out on regular dental cleanings and exams, bacteria and plaque can accumulate, increasing your risk. |
• | Having crooked teeth. Crooked teeth are more difficult to clean properly, leaving hiding places for plaque and bacteria. |
• | Using tobacco products. Tobacco products can increase the stickiness of plaque. Chemicals in products like cigarettes can also interfere with your immune system, preventing it from effectively fighting infections. |
• | Dry mouth. Dry mouth is a condition in which you do not have enough saliva in your mouth. This leaves your mouth feeling dry and tacky. When your mouth is dry, it becomes an ideal place for bacteria to grow. |
• | Red, swollen gums. |
• | Bleeding when you brush and floss your teeth. |
• | Gum recession. |
• | Tooth sensitivity. |
• | Loose teeth. |
• | Tooth loss. |
• | Scaling and root planing. This is a deep cleaning of your teeth and is one of the most common treatments. |
• | Periodontal maintenance. This involves a series of regularly scheduled appointments to help make sure that your gums are healing properly. |
• | Pocket reduction surgery. This is performed when your pockets are too deep to clean with other treatments. |
• | Osseous surgery. This surgery is performed when bacteria have affected your jawbone, leaving you with bony defects. The surgery involves smoothing the defects and cleaning your teeth. |
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