A tooth can be perfectly white and cavity-free, but still fallout. Discover the hidden reality of adult gum disease.
Most people grew up with a single major dental focus: avoiding cavities. While cavities are a serious issue, they are rarely the primary reason adults over the age of 35 actually lose their teeth.
THE SILENT THREAT OF PERIODONTAL BREAKDOWN
The number one cause of adult tooth loss is periodontal disease—an infection not of the tooth itself, but of the supporting structures holding the tooth root in place. A tooth can be completely free of cavities but still fail.
LOOK BEYOND WHITE ENAMEL
A tooth can look flawless superficially while the supporting bone underneath is steadily washing away.
RECOGNIZE GUM LINE ATTRITION
Pay close attention to elongating teeth profiles, which show advanced bone support loss.
SHIFTING FOCUS TO THE STRUCTURAL BASE
Our practice looks at the entire biological picture. We focus heavily on stabilizing the foundation, using laser therapy to ensure that the teeth you have protected from cavities have a rock-solid foundation to stand on.
