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When it comes to our teeth, of course we want to keep them clean and take care of them as much as possible. One of the signs associated with growing older is losing our teeth, and none of us look forward to that. The truth is, though, that gum disease can attack at any age, and ultimately will cause our teeth to fall out if it goes untreated.

A gum disease manifests itself with inflamed gums, bleeding after brushing, swollen tissue, and a receding gum line. The infection that causes gum disease actually attacks the bones that support our teeth. Those bones start breaking down, and soon, the teeth supported by those bones will fall out.

If your dentist sees that you have gum disease, he’ll refer you to a periodontist who can treat your condition. The periodontist will provide options for treatment, including specific hygiene directions for you to follow, and surgical options if your gum disease has reached the point where surgery is required to resolve it.

If you suspect that gum disease might be affecting the support structure of your teeth, make an appointment with a Silicon Valley periodontist to have your gums evaluated.