Gum Disease is a serious condition that can
affect the root of the teeth so far as to cause them to decay to the point
leading to extraction. In other scenarios a person may have a misaligned bite
pattern due to overcrowding, (too many teeth). This can lead to a condition
that results in an overbite or an underbite, which can also stem from the shape
of a person’s jaw.
At any rate caring for a person’s dental
health is important at any age in Ottawa. At birth, we come into this world
with no teeth and as our growth, our teeth develop along with the rest of our
body. Without a good oral hygiene regimen our gums and teeth will suffer. The
older we get older, our metabolism changes as do our eating habits. Our teeth,
if taken care of, will always run the risk of decay, making it important to
stay on top of keeping our teeth and gums healthy.
One main reason is that gum disease can
manifest into more severe conditions, such as heart disease, and diabetes for
instance. Gum disease begins with tooth decay, which mainly stems from poor
oral hygiene. The lack of a good cleaning regimen may stem from a difficulty
with cleaning, impart due to an over crowed mouth. Everyone will have at least
one or two cavities during their life, even if they religiously floss and brush
daily.
An Ottawa dentist can fix the cavities and
replace missing teeth and can discover an overcrowded condition in their young
patient’s and send them to an orthodontist to help fix the issue. Many times the
result is having to wear braces. Now this can happen even for adults. In any
case, seeing a dental professional on a regular basis is as important as seeing
a family MD for a regular physical checkup.
