Allen Park Dentist         Paul Tally DDS         Sedation Dentistry

Dr. Paul M. Tally
5300 Allen Road = Allen Park MI = 48101 = (313) 928-6684
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Gingivitis - Oral periodontal disease
 

Gingivitis is the most common periodontal disease, affecting 90% of the population, including our local Allen Park area community.  It is an infection of the gums caused by bacteria that form plaque.

In small amounts (when it is newly formed), plaque is invisible and relatively harmless.  But when left to accumulate, it increases in volume and the proportion of harmful bacteria grows.

These bacteria release toxins that result in inflammation of the gum tissue.  Eventually, the plaque hardens and forms hard deposits called calculus or tartar.

If not properly treated, gingivitis may progress to periodontitis, a periodontal disease in which there is loss of the bone that supports the teeth.

 

 

 


Gum Disease
In Allen Park Michigan and the surrounding
Lincoln Park - Southgate - Dearborn - Taylor MI areas.

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