Dr. Guglielmoni answers the five questions about periodontal disease The Practice SF hears most frequently.
Number 2: Can periodontal disease go away on its own?
One of the first questions that is likely to cross your mind when you receive a periodontal disease diagnosis is, “will periodontal disease go away?”. The answer: not a chance.
Periodontal disease requires treatment. As the most common dental problem among adults, untreated periodontal disease will cause loose teeth, receding gums, and potentially, tooth loss.
Fortunately, there are periodontal disease cures that have proven to be very successful. But you must undergo treatment. After an initial consultation with your periodontist, you’ll receive a detailed treatment plan to treat your condition, to reestablish oral health, to replace missing or hopeless teeth, and to maintain periodontal health.
Coming up next: Why do I need a periodontist to treat periodontal disease? To view Part 1, click here.
