Some dental problems are easy to see - Plaque!
 One
of the easiest problems to spot is a build-up of plaque. Plaque is
the soft, sticky layer of bacteria, which is constantly forming on
the teeth. Usually it is invisible to the naked eye, but when a
person is not brushing adequately, it can build up to where it
appears to be a thick whitish coating on the teeth at the gum line.
If not removed, it can lead to gum disease.
Another potential problem, which is
easy to spot, is missing teeth. Many patients assume that if they
are still able to eat, they are O.K.
But very often, losing just one
tooth can lead to the loss of support, and teeth begin to drift into
the empty space, causing a change in the bite. It also forces the
remaining teeth to carry an additional load, sometimes past their
ability to adapt. In most cases, when even one tooth is lost, the
remaining teeth suffer and are more likely to be lost as well.
Our focus is in the treatment of
problems such as these. Call our office for the care you need.
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