When you have periodontal disease, the gum tissue and the bone are destroyed, forming “pockets” around the teeth. Over time, these pockets become deeper, providing a larger space for bacteria to live. As bacteria develop around the teeth, they can accumulate and advance under the gum tissue. These deep pockets collect even more bacteria, resulting […]
When you have active periodontal disease, routine cleanings are not enough because they are meant to clean the areas of the tooth that are above the gum line.