Monday, January 5, 2015

What is Periodontal Disease and What Causes It?

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What is Periodontal Disease?

Periodontal Disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth. Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth.

If the inflammation is left untreated, the disease will continue and the underlying bone around the teeth will dissolve and will no longer be able to hold the teeth in place. Generally periodontal disease isn’t painful, so it is possible to have it and not be aware of it.

What causes Periodontal Disease?

​As many other oral health diseases, bacteria and plaque buildup is often the culprit. In fact, plaque buildup (which contains many species of bacteria) is the leading cause of gum disease. Other factors that contribute to gum disease include:

  • Genetics
  • Lifestyle choices
  • A diet low in nutrients
  • Smoking/ the use of smokeless tobacco
  • Autoimmune or systemic diseases
  • Diabetes
  • Hormonal changes in the body
  • Bruxism (incessant clenching of the teeth)
  • Certain medications

Periodontal Treatment

Paxton Dental, periodontal health is always a high priority. We try to make it as non-invasive and cost-effective as possible. We use non-surgical periodontal treatments, including scaling and root planning (a careful cleaning of the root surfaces to remove plaque and calculus from deep periodontal pockets and to smooth the tooth root to remove bacterial toxins). Ask us if periodontal therapy is right for you.


Call us today at 801-969-3752 for a free evaluation.

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Paxton Denistry Provides Extra Special Care of Young Patients

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Dr. Paxton provides a variety of dental procedures for adults as well as children.

To us this means your entire family will receive all of the necessary and optional treatments you need in order to enjoy a beautiful and healthy smile.

Dr. Paxton loves children and has kids of his own. He has the reputation for being a very friendly dentist who relates well with children of all ages.

He and his staff work very hard to help families maintain healthy gums and teeth, so your family can expect excellent oral health and hygiene.


Call us today at 801.969.3752 for a free evaluation.

Copyright 2015 - Dr. Bartholomew Paxton, DDS - All Rights Reserved.

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