Are you experiencing red, sore, or bleeding gums? If so, you may have gum disease, which will need to be treated by our dentist in South Bend, IN. During your appointment, Dr. Kosek will be able to determine if you’re a candidate for gum disease treatment and will tailor your dental care to your unique needs.
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Dental plaque is an invisible film of bacteria that lives inside your mouth. As you eat, it consumes any sugar particles left behind and produces an acid that attacks your gums and erodes the enamel. If left untreated, plaque will harden into tartar and increase your risk of gum inflammation (gingivitis) and gum infection (periodontitis).
While you can remove plaque at home by brushing and flossing, only a skilled dental professional will be able to remove tartar during your next teeth cleaning. We can also schedule scaling and root planing to take place during your routine checkups as needed.
If you suspect you have gum disease, it’s important that you schedule an appointment with our office as soon as possible. There’s a window of time where you can reverse gingivitis by practicing good oral hygiene and seeing our South Bend dentist for routine checkups. However, once you develop a gum infection (periodontitis), we’ll only be able to manage your symptoms through scaling and root planing.
Recognize the ? If so, it’s time to take action right away so you can potentially avoid a chronic, lifelong condition.
Our , is accepting new patients and would be more than happy to welcome you to our practice. To schedule an appointment, please call Douglas J. Kosek DDS at (574) 232-2992. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.
