Keep Your Gums Healthy!

Periodontal (gum) disease has reached epidemic proportions; affecting millions of Americans and creating a host of health problems. Some reports indicate that as many as 80% of Americans have some form of periodontal disease.

Periodontal infections can lead to a whole host of health problems. Scientific studies show periodontal infection is related to systemic diseases including heart disease, diabetes, and some forms of cancer.

Periodontal diseases can range from simple gum inflammations to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost.

At White Wolf Dental Group, Dr. Valenzi and Dr. McDonnell focus on each patients’ overall health; both dental and medical. Oral DNA testing can assist the doctors in identifying bacterial causes of gum disease and genetic traits of each individual patient.

White Wolf Dental Group is concerned with patients overall health, both dental and medical. For early detection, White Wolf Dental performs OralDNA testing which helps detect the bacterial causes and genetic trait of each individual patient. Since each patient and each periodontal infection is different, with the OralDNA test we know exactly which antibiotics are needed for each patient. When combined with laser or conventional gum treatment, targeted antibiotics can lead to higher success rates.

In addition, OralDNA testing can monitor the presence of the pathogenic bacteria. We can have an “early warning” that you are at risk for more bone loss or be reassured that you are still in good health.

Contact us today to schedule your appointment for an evaluation of your gums to make sure you have a healthy mouth and body.