Gum Disease in the Arlington Dallas Fort Worth Bedford and Hurst Texas Area Reaches 80 Percent.

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Ronald J Morlock DDS

2313 West Arkansas Lane Suite 111 = Arlington = TX 76013 = (817) 860-2222

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Gum Disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Arlington, Dallas and Fort Worth 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 Ronald J Morlock DDS the treatment is more involved at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.

Please call Ronald J Morlock DDS at (817) 860-2222 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum disease.

Gum Disease
In Arlington Texas and the surrounding
Dallas - Fort Worth - Bedford - Hurst TX areas.