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	B.D.S., L.D.S.R.C.S., Dip Periodont., Ph.D., M.R.C.D. (C)., F.C.D.S. (B.C.). Certified Specialist in Periodontics

Periodontists are highly skilled specialists in the care and treatment of gums. Healthy gums are what you need for fresh breath and good strong teeth throughout your life. Gum disease may not be obvious, because there is often no pain or overt symptoms. However, left untreated, it will gradually destroy the gum tissue and bone around the teeth and pose a significant threat to your health.  

New research shows that gum disease can significantly increase your risk of heart disease, respiratory disease, arteriosclerosis, and the incidence of premature or low birth weight babies. A recent study showed that there was a fivefold increased risk for developing Alzheimer's disease in patients who had significant periodontal disease before the age of 35. Recent studies also show a link between gum disease and two types of cancer- pancreatic and tongue.

Periodontal disease can not only make you look older because of premature tooth loss or longer-looking teeth due to gum recession, it can literally make you older. The figures indicate that the absence of periodontal disease makes you 6.4 years younger than the median person, and the presence of periodontal disease makes you 3.4 years older.

Most periodontal problems, when found early, can be solved by extensive deep cleaning. Prompt action in the early stages of periodontal disease often means patients can keep their teeth for a lifetime. Our new Periowave laser light-activated pocket disinfection system can also significantly improve non-surgical treatment outcomes. If our findings show that you have a more advanced case of gum disease, you may need minor reshaping or repositioning to improve either the health or appearance of your gums. Newer techniques utilized by Dr. Gould using microsurgery and periodontal plastic surgery can restore missing gum tissue in cases of recession, often with no external incisions on the gums, and the use of biologic agents applied to the root surface such as Emdogain can regenerate bone and gum attachment lost to disease.

Dr. Gould uses extensive knowledge and over 30 years of experience to recommend a course of treatment that will make your mouth healthier, have a positive effect on your overall health, and may even make you look younger!