Gum disease is an all-too-common condition in the US and around the world. Symptoms of gum disease include gums that are swollen, tender or painful, receding, or gums that bleed easily. In severe cases, gum disease can lead to sensitive teeth or even the loss of teeth. Worse yet, gum disease has been linked to other much more serious medical problems, such as heart disease. Needless to say, if you have any symptoms of gum disease, it’s important to schedule an appointment at our Austin, TX office right away.

How Gum Disease is Treated

While it’s true that gum disease can be caused by poor oral hygiene habits, it may also occur as a result of a change in hormone levels, habits such as smoking, medical conditions such as diabetes, and even some medications. Fortunately, there are many ways to treat gum disease. The type of treatment recommended by Dr. Kaliher will depend on how far the patient’s gum disease has progressed. In the early stages, Dr. Kaliher may recommend deep cleaning and/or changing your own oral hygiene habits. In later stages, he may prescribe medications and possibly oral surgery procedures to remedy the condition.

Remember that it’s important to treat gum disease in a timely manner. This is especially true because of its proven link to other more serious medical conditions. The good news is that if you suffer from gum disease, no matter what stage it may be in, Dr. Kaliher can help.

Contact Our Austin, TX Office Today

We can’t emphasize it enough – when it comes to gum disease, the earlier we earlier we catch it, the easier it is to treat. If you have one or more of the symptoms listed above, contact our Austin, TX office today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kaliher.