Why You Need a Periodontist

The word periodontal means "around the tooth." Periodontal or gum disease is the process of losing the bone and gum that support the roots of your teeth. The disease can be caused by plaque, tartar, and bacteria buildup around the teeth and under the gum tissue.

Plaque is a sticky film that contains oral bacteria. If plaque is not removed, it hardens into calculus (tartar) and begins to destroy the gums and bone.