As you age, your face can undergo significant changes. Between a natural decline in collagen production, environmental factors, and even tooth loss, it’s not uncommon to look extremely different than you did even just ten years ago. Here’s how missing teeth can make you appear older than you really are, and how gum disease treatment can help turn back the hands of time!
What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease is an infection of the periodontal tissue by dangerous oral bacteria. It can cause a variety of oral health problems, including bleeding gums, inflammation, persistent, bad breath, gum recession, and if left untreated may eventually result in permanent tooth loss.
How Does Gum Disease Age You?
Although the bacterial infection known as periodontitis won’t necessarily make you look older, many of its side effects can. Receding gums could make your teeth look longer, and exposed roots can detract from your beautiful smile, making you appear older, too. Worse yet, tooth loss could create unsightly facial sagging that leaves your cheeks looking hollow or sunken, aging your face beyond its years.
How Can Gum Disease Treatment Reverse the Signs of Aging?
Gum disease treatment can help kill the dangerous bacteria that has colonized in your periodontal tissue, protecting your gums and teeth from the ravages of periodontitis. By eliminating this harmful infection, you can preserve your natural smile for longer, protecting against inflammation, receding gums, and permanent tooth loss.
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of gum disease, don’t wait for your gorgeous grin to age you. Contact your dentist today to learn more about your treatment options and protect your teeth and gums from this serious oral infection.
About Dr. Knott
Dr. Teresa Knott earned her undergraduate degree at Texas A&M University and her dental degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She is a proud, active member of the Texas Dental Study Club, which is a branch of the prestigious Seattle Study Club. She is also a student at SPEAR Education, another highly regarded continuing education organization for dentists. To schedule an appointment for gum disease therapy at Town Center Dental, visit our website or call us today at 972-530-5200.