|
St Johns Dentist St Johns Dental Care
Family Dentistry
|
|
 |
| Mark Connelly DDS MAGD |
|
|
|
|
911 East State Street Suite C
=
St Johns
=
MI 48879
=
(989) 292-3491
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Gingivitis - The most common gum disease
 Gingivitis is the most common
gum disease, affecting 90% of the
population, including our local St Johns 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 St Johns Michigan and the surrounding
Clinton County - DeWitt - Lansing - Owosso MI areas. |
Home |
Meet the Dentist |
What We Offer |
Newsletter | Map & Hours |
Appointments |
Ask the Dentist |
Professional Referrals
Copyright 2005
Internet Dental Alliance, Inc. Terms of Use
Privacy Statement
|
