Gum Disease

Caring for your teeth is an essential part of maintaining good oral health, but your gums also play an important role in your health, and proper care is crucial. Gum disease can be a serious detriment to your oral health and overall wellness, and Dr. Vincent Tavormina and Dr. Glenda Tavormina provide the type of regular periodontal care and checkups you need to maintain peak health and prevent gum disease.

With periodontal disease responsible for 75 percent of all adult tooth loss cases in the United States, it is critical to check for and treat periodontal issues when they first arise. Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums that starts when a build-up of plaque on your teeth hardens, providing the ideal environment for bacteria to collect and attack surrounding gums. In its early stages, this gum disease is gingivitis, but if it is left untreated, it becomes periodontis. Periodontis can destroy your gum tissue and lead to tooth loss. Periodontis can even result in a loss of bone mass in your jawbone, and heart disease, diabetes and stroke have also been linked to poor periodontal health.

The state of your gums affects the health of your entire body, so come to our office in Millburn, NJ to receive periodontal cleanings and treatment. We think you'll be impressed with our non-surgical treatment of gum disease using the phase contrast microscope to diagnose gum disease and to see your progress. It is easier to prevent gum disease or treat it early on than to reverse the effects of periodontis. Call 973-761-5090 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vincent Tavormina at Tavormina Dentistry. For more information, visit www.tavorminadentistry.com.