The Dental Consequences of Periodontal Disease
Natural Teeth Must Be Replaced
If the periodontal inflammation continues, you can start to lose your teeth one at a time. These lost teeth will have to be replaced with dental work, such as:
- Bridges
- Dental implants
- Partial dentures
- Full dentures
Dentures
If tooth loss continues, it can cause you to need dentures. Many patients do not understand the full consequences of wearing dentures. There can be many problems with dentures including:
- Inability to eat certain foods
- Inability to feel and taste foods
- Lisping or clacking when speaking
- Bad breath or smell
- Pain or discomfort
- Unnatural looking teeth
- Self-consciousness and embarrassment while eating
- Having to take your dentures out at night for soaking
- Your spouse seeing you without teeth at night
The Good News
In most cases the progress of periodontal infection can be controlled with prompt treatment. The gums and bone around your teeth can then be saved from further damage.
See us, the experts in diagnosing and treating this issue. We will identify any problems and provide advise you on what to do next.