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\n<\/a><\/div>\n
\nMany people know that gum disease can cause a wide variety
\nof undesirable issues, including everything from bad breath and bleeding gums
\nto eventual tooth loss when the condition is left untreated. However, the
\nmajority of individuals \u2013 even those who suffer from periodontal disease \u2013 don\u2019t
\nunderstand this condition and how it affects your health. At Smile by Design<\/a> in Virginia Beach, VA<\/a>, Dr. Vinita John
\nFolck and Dr. Stephanie L. Santos<\/a> offer a comprehensive menu of preventive
\nand general dentistry services, including periodontal
\ntherapy<\/a>. <\/div>\n
\n<\/div>\n
\nWhat is Pocket Depth?
\n<\/b><\/div>\n
\n
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\nIdeally, the tissue of your gums should fit snugly around
\nthe base of your teeth, but periodontal
\ndisease <\/b>changes this. Instead, pockets form along the gum line, creating
\nthe perfect place for bacteria to hide. Over time, this accumulation of
\nbacteria can lead to the buildup of plaque and tartar, which further increases
\nthe size of the pocket. This cycle continues as the gum recedes and the infection
\nspreads. Advanced periodontal disease<\/b>
\ncan lead to complications with pregnancy, coronary artery disease, diabetes,
\nand more. <\/div>\n
\n<\/div>\n
\nBenefits of
\nPeriodontal Therapy<\/b><\/div>\n
\n
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\nPeriodontal therapy<\/b>
\naddresses the infection that causes inflammation and increased pocket depth<\/b>, reducing the amount of
\nroom bacteria have to thrive in your gums. As with treatment for any other type
\nof disease, gum disease<\/b> is most
\neffectively treated when diagnosed early. <\/div>\n
\n<\/div>\n
\nSchedule Your Visit
\nToday<\/b><\/div>\n
\n
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\nGum disease <\/b>affects
\napproximately three out of every four American adults; are you one of them?
\nBecause the early stages of periodontal
\ndisease<\/b> don\u2019t always present the patient with noticeable symptoms, it is
\nimportant to see our doctors twice per year for routine exams and cleanings. Contact our office<\/a>
\ntoday to schedule your appointment with our experienced, caring team. Our
\npractice proudly serves patients from throughout Virginia Beach, Sandbridge, Fort Story, Portsmouth, Norfolk, <\/b>and
\nbeyond. <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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