Periodontal (Gum) Treatments at Merrimack Smiles
At Merrimack Smiles, we recognize the crucial role healthy gums play in maintaining your overall dental health. Our team is highly skilled in a variety of periodontal (gum) treatments, designed to protect and restore your teeth and supporting structures from the damaging effects of gum disease. Drs. Mark Morris, Julia Kapala, and Catherine Cagino are committed to working closely with you to create smiles that are not only beautiful and natural but also long-lasting and comfortable. Our mission is to help you keep your teeth for life whenever possible. Every procedure we perform reflects our dedication to excellence, and we continuously strive to grow and improve through our commitment to delivering the best care possible.
Do I have periodontal (gum) disease?
Many individuals have periodontal (gum) disease without realizing it, as it is often a silent condition that can present with few or no symptoms. periodontal (gum) disease is the most common chronic inflammatory condition in the U.S. and can contribute to both oral and overall health problems. Some potential signs of gum disease include bad breath, bleeding gums, red or swollen gum tissue, and changes in how your teeth align when you bite. However, it’s also possible to have gum disease with little to no discomfort or obvious signs.
What are the risks of periodontal (gum) disease)?
Periodontal (gum) disease is caused by bacteria that produce toxins, which, if not properly cleaned from your teeth and gums, can build up over time and lead to the loss of bone supporting your teeth. Left untreated, periodontal (gum) disease can cause tooth mobility and loss, and contribute to serious health conditions like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, dementia, certain cancers, and respiratory issues.
Why Choose Merrimack Smiles?
Our practice is built on a foundation of core values that include integrity, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. We believe in open communication, transparency, and treating every patient with dignity and respect. Empowering our patients through education, helping them understand their dental health and the options available to them ensures that our patients are informed and confident in the decisions they make about their care. We aspire to change the way our patients think about dentistry working to provide proactive preventative care, with the goal of eliminating unexpected worry and improved health, enhancing their everyday lives.
As the only B Corp certified dental office in Northern New England, we are dedicated to the health and betterment of our community at large. We are committed to conducting business as if people and place matter most, and through best practices in governance and sustainability creating positive impacts that reach far beyond our practice’s doors.
At Merrimack Smiles, we do things differently. Experience the difference. Come Smile with us.
