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Mississauga residents seek treatment for gum disease

Posted By: Dr. Rina M. Kotecha | Published On: Jun 11, 2019 | Gum Disease

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is a common condition that can lead to serious problems, such as tooth loss, if left untreated. Gum disease starts when plaque builds up on the teeth. When left unattended, the plaque hardens, damages the teeth and gums, and leads to pockets between the teeth and gums where more bacteria can build up.

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There are different stages of periodontal disease. It begins as gingivitis. This stage is characterized by swollen, red gums that may bleed when brushing and flossing. If untreated, gingivitis further progresses into periodontitis. During this phase, the gums and bones become damaged. In later more developed stages of the disease, the teeth may become loose or fall out.

Although hard to detect in the early stages due to the lack of pain or other noticeable symptoms, if caught early, gum disease can be treated successfully and without the need for surgery. Regular dental checks with Dr. Kotecha and her associates help to ensure a healthy mouth and gums. During dental exams, the dentist can detect early signs of gum disease making the issues easier to treat and the prognosis better for the patient.

Signs or symptoms of gum disease may include:

  • Swollen, inflamed, or red gums
  • Pockets or pus between the teeth and gums
  • Bad breath that does not get better with mouthwash or brushing your teeth
  • Loose teeth or teeth that have fallen out
  • Changes in previous dental work
  • Changes in bite

Treatment options are available for gum disease. When caught early, surgery is not necessary. Treatment is mild. This may include a professional cleaning by the dentist. The dentist may also perform scaling or root planing which remove plaque and other agents from the teeth.

Proper dental care and maintenance is necessary to keep your mouth healthy and free of gum disease. Going to the dentist regularly for exams helps to ensure your oral health and catches problems early. If at any time you begin to experience or suspect issues of periodontal disease, contact Dentistry On 10 to schedule an appointment. Dr. Kotecha and her staff are available to meet your dentistry needs.

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Hi, my name is Naren. I have been coming to dentistry on 10 for at least five years, probably a lot longer than that. I first heard about Doctor Rena, through a friend of mine who was my roommate back in college and the, the, thing that attracted me to her right off the bat is she went to Harvard of course, you know Harvard is one of the top schools in the world, so you know studying at Harvard and Learning dentistry Harvard, I’ve never met anybody who went to Harvard, so that was the number one thing. But when I came here, it’s not the Harvard that I ended up staying here for. It’s because she’s a very caring person and she has a team that really is caring. So, for example, you know I, I, have some health conditions and you know taking care of my gums is really, really, important and I’m like not that good at taking care of myself. So you know she just, just, stuck with me, just kept at me and, you know, just taught me things and talk to me about things and you know. And when I did, you know, kind of mess up and you know, get gum disease again. You know she you know, stuck with me. So, like for me personally, I know people come for dentistry for lots of reasons, some people you know, care about their smile and things like that. For me personally, it’s the health because I have a history of health issues in my family and I know the importance of, you know, taking care of your gums and you overall mouth and health so I would strongly recommend Doctor Rena if you really care about your health. If you really want somebody who’s not just trying to, you know, give you things you don’t need, but really, who’s trying to focus on what’s good for you, helping you achieve your goals. She’s very caring, very, very patient, very, very, gentle and, and, she’s there for you. So, it’s almost like having a partner in health who’s working with you to make your life better. So, we all need it, and especially as we get older when we are in our 40s and 50s, we need to take care of our health and without doctor Rena I don’t think I would have the comes I have and I don’t think I would be working on my health. Thank you very much Doctor Rena and I would, absolutely without a hesitation, recommend anybody and my entire family comes here as well as my two kids and My wife. So, thank you for being an amazing dentist and thank you for caring about people who live in the neighbourhood and their health.


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Meet Dr. Rina Kotecha

Dr. Rina Kotecha is a graduate of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. She possesses 19 years of expertise in the dentistry field specializing in general dentistry. She has further qualifications from the MGE Executive Training Program and Master Implant Training Program while holding certification in Soft Tissue Management Program by DenMat. She completed the Rondeau Seminars in Level I Orthodontics and she is an active member of the Ontario Dental Association and Ontario Dental Implant Network.