How to Stop or Prevent Gum Disease

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is one of the most common chronic dental health issues among adults in the United States. Yet, many patients do not realize how highly preventable it is, or seek treatment immediately when they notice warning signs. While the consequences of severe gum disease can be serious, including the loss of one or more teeth and increased risks of other chronic diseases, the good news is that severe gum disease is typically highly avoidable. With a consistent routine of good hygiene and help from your dentist, you can learn how to successfully stop or prevent gum disease from threatening your smile.

Practice Good Hygiene Regularly
Good hygiene means brushing your teeth at least twice a day and flossing at least once, but it’s only good if you do so every day, without fail. By making your hygiene routine a priority every day, you can largely control the buildup of harmful oral bacteria that leads to gum disease.

Visit Your Dentist as Often as Recommended
In addition to keeping good care of your teeth and gums at home, excellent hygiene also means visiting your dentist as often as recommended for routine checkups and cleanings. Regular professional dental care is necessary to remove traces of tartar—calcified plaque that cannot be removed with a toothbrush and floss. If left on your teeth and gums, tartar can allow oral bacteria to cause significant harm to your gum tissues, leading to gum disease.

Learn More About Gum Disease Prevention
Preventing gum disease, or treating it if it forms, is essential to protecting your long-term oral health as well as your overall systemic wellbeing. To schedule a consultation, call Oxnard Dentistry in Oxnard, CA, today at (805) 604-9999. We also proudly serve patients from in and around Camarillo, Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Moore Park, and all surrounding communities.