Periodontal Disease

Did you know that it’s abnormal for your gums to bleed while brushing your teeth? Your hands shouldn’t bleed when you wash them, but many people seem to think that bleeding from the gums is normal. In actuality, this is a sign of an underlying issue. We at Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces in Pheonix, AZ, dedicate our time and expertise to educating patients about good oral health. Your experienced dentists will help you achieve the smile you’ve been longing for.

If your gums are swollen and bleeding, these are signs of the beginning stages of periodontal disease known as gingivitis. The gums have been infected with bacteria-infested plaque, which is usually caused by poor dental hygiene or pre-existing conditions. Periodontitis is the advanced stage of the disease, where the teeth can actually be loosened and fall out.

Factors that increase your risk of periodontal disease include:

-Chronic stress

-Certain medications such as antidepressants, diuretics, high blood pressure meds, seizure-controlling meds, and calcium blockers

-Poor nutrition

-Fluctuating hormones

-Diseases such as diabetes, leukemia, inflammatory bowel disease, and HIV

-Teeth grinding

-Crooked or crowded teeth

-Tobacco use

-Genetics

-Poor dental hygiene, especially with braces on your teeth

Are you suffering from periodontal disease? Come in for a checkup. We will assess what’s going on and get you started on a treatment plan. Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces has three separate offices in the Phoenix, AZ, area for your convenience. For more information about our services or to schedule an appointment, please visit kidzconnextion.com. You can also call 623-232-0749 for our N. 75th St. office, 480-666-5984 for the N. 24th St. office, and 480-405-4714 for the E. Baseline Rd. office.