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General dentistry treatments in the Port Credit area may be geared towards gum disease

Posted By: Dr. Rina M. Kotecha | Published On: Jun 7, 2019 | General Dentistry

According to the Canadian Dental Association, gum disease will affect seven in ten people. Unfortunately, a common secondary problem to gum disease is the loss of at least one permanent tooth. Dr. Rina Kotecha, in her general dentistry practice near Port Credit, encourages patients with the fact that gum disease is not only treatable but also preventable

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How gum disease starts

In the average person’s mouth is approximately 600 different types of bacteria. These living organisms may aid in the breakdown of foods for the purpose of digestion. Others pose a serious threat to health. Bacteria may accumulate in the biofilm we know as plaque, a sticky substance that can linger on teeth and gums. In plaque, we may find microscopic particles of food and acids excreted by bacteria.

Plaque can be removed with brushing and flossing. If oral hygiene is lacking, this substance will eventually harden into tartar, which is difficult to remove. The acid and toxic pathogens in plaque can cause the gums to pull away from teeth, allowing bacteria to move inward towards ligaments, roots, and bone.

In addition to affecting the stability and longevity of teeth, gum disease is linked to a number of very concerning health conditions. Individuals with advanced gum disease are at an increased risk for issues such as heart disease, heart attack, diabetes, stroke, and even Alzheimer’s.

Guarding health with professional dental care

At Dentistry on 10, patients can expect to receive personal attention for their dental needs. The best way to prevent problems such as gum disease is to receive routine dental exams twice a year. We strive to make our patients very comfortable in our office, encouraging them to maintain regular dental care so that we can create a working relationship that lasts years. Through collaboration, we are able to quickly identify potential problems and treat them appropriately and as conservatively as possible.

Whether you have maintained regular visits with your dentist through the years or you have avoided dental care, you can expect to be treated with dignity and respect at Dentistry on 10. Our goal is to help our patients, not reprimand them for previous habits.

Don’t let gum disease adversely affect your health. Call (905) 455-9262 to schedule an appointment with our friendly dental team.

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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.