Though most Alaska residents are fairly health-conscious, periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have it until dentist Brian Kruchoski diagnoses it. Fortunately, it can be treated with varying degrees of treatment depending on the severity.
What is periodontal disease? Periodontal disease, more commonly called gum disease, is an inflammation or infection of the gums. Periodontal disease can be very painful in some extreme conditions and can limit your ability to eat normally. In some cases, periodontal disease can affect your smile and can create cosmetic concerns.
If left untreated, periodontal disease can cause irreversible damage such as tooth loss. When caught early and treated, periodontal disease can be managed and, ultimately, cured. However, the best policy for Alaska dental patients is to practice good dental hygiene to keep periodontal disease at bay.
One of the best ways to avoid periodontal disease is to get a regular dental checkup at your local Anchorage dentist. If you don’t have a dentist, give us a call at 907-337-0404 to schedule a dental check-up and cleaning. Don’t take the risk of allowing existing dental problems like gum disease to progress. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we are enthusiastic about the highest standard of dental care and patient satisfaction.
Contact Alaska Premier Dental Group:
6611 DeBarr Rd, Ste 100 and 200
Anchorage, Alaska 99504
Phone: 907-337-0404865 N Seward Meridian Parkway, Suite #201
Wasilla, Alaska 99654
Phone: 907-373-5930
