Gum Disease

Gum Disease In Metairie, LA

Serving Metairie Louisiana and Nearby Locations: New Orleans LA, River Ridge LA, Kenner LA, and more.

When you think of dental health, you may automatically think of the health of the teeth, but dentists are also very concerned about the condition of your gums. When gums are neglected, there’s a risk that serious conditions like periodontal disease can develop. Learn more about gum disease and how Dental Implants and Periodontics of Louisiana can help treat it at our Metairie, LA office.

What Is Gum (Periodontal) Disease?

Gum disease, also called periodontitis, is an advanced gum disease that poses a threat to a patient’s overall dental and oral health. The gums are compromised by bacteria that infects the patient’s bone tissue and eventually separates the gums from the teeth. If this process isn’t caught and treated in its early stages, there may be a risk of tooth loss and infections that could affect the patient’s overall health.

Symptoms of Gum (Periodontal) Disease?

The symptoms of periodontal disease become almost impossible to ignore over time. Here are a few things to look out for:

  • Red, swollen and bleeding gums
  • Deep pockets forming between the teeth and gums
  • Odorous breath that persists even after brushing
  • Loosening teeth

What Causes Gum (Periodontal) Disease?

Medical researchers have isolated the bacteria that commonly causes periodontitis to progress—it is called NI1060 and it is particularly damaging to bone tissue in the mouth. Though some experts believe that it is a condition that runs in families, the main cause of periodontal disease is poor dental care over an extended period of time. You can brush your teeth often and still get periodontitis if you don’t floss and remove plaque from around the gumline.


If you have any of the symptoms of periodontitis, it’s extremely important that you see a dentist as soon as possible to start treatments. Call Dental Implants and Periodontics of Louisiana in Metairie, LA at (504) 885-2611 to book a visit!

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