Gum Disease in the San Antonio Boerne San Marcos New Braunfels and Uvalde Texas Area Reaches 80 Percent.

San Antonio Dentist Edward R Staffel DDS Inc & Associates Cosmetic Dentistry

Edward R Staffel DDS

3355 Cherry Ridge Suite 216 = San Antonio = TX 78230 = (210) 341-2569

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Gum Disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the San Antonio, Boerne and San Marcos 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 Edward R Staffel DDS Inc & Associates the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Edward R Staffel DDS Inc & Associates at (210) 341-2569 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In San Antonio Texas and serving the surrounding
Boerne - San Marcos - New Braunfels - Uvalde TX areas.