Gum Disease in the Augusta Martinez Columbia County Central Savannah River Area and Richmond County Georgia Area Reaches 80 Percent.

Augusta, GA Andrew R Allgood DMD Cosmetic Dentist

Andrew R Allgood DMD

491 Furys Ferry Road = Augusta = GA 30907 = 706 863-3290 = Toll Free 877 700-8776

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Gum Disease...Can Be Helped At Andrew R Allgood DMD

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Augusta, Martinez and Columbia County area, 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. At Andrew R Allgood DMD the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Andrew R Allgood DMD at 706 863-3290 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In Augusta Georgia and the surrounding
Martinez - Columbia County - Central Savannah River Area - Richmond County GA areas.