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CedarRock Dental Care
4655 14 Mile Road NE
Rockford, Michigan 49341
616 866-4461 or
616 696-2600
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The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults have or will have some form of gum disease
Gum disease, or more correctly called "periodontal disease," is a bacterial infection in the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. It can be divided into several categories.
The first stage is called "gingivitis" and is characterized by gum tissue that is red, puffy, and bleeds easily when touched with a toothbrush, floss or dental instrument.
The second, third, and fourth stages are initial, moderate, and advanced "periodontal
disease," respectively. These stages are different from gingivitis because the infection has destroyed the bone supporting the teeth, causing eventual tooth loss. The treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.
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