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Dr. Mary M Ziomek
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11500 Old Georgetown Road
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Rockville MD
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20852
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301 984-9646
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Stages of gum disease
 The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults,
even in the Rockville, Silver Spring and Bethesda area, have or will have some form of gum disease.
Gum disease, or more correctly called "periodontal disease", is a bacterial infection in the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. It can be divided into several categories.
The first stage is called "gingivitis" and is characterized by gum tissue that is red, puffy, and bleeds easily when touched with a toothbrush, floss or dental instrument.
The second, third, and fourth stages are initial, moderate, and advanced
"periodontal disease", respectively. These stages are different
from gingivitis because the infection has destroyed the bone supporting
the teeth, causing eventual tooth loss. At "All Smiles" Dentistry
the treatment is more individualized for patient needs.
Please call "All Smiles" Dentistry at 301 984-9646 for a complete evaluation of your potential
gum
disease.
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Gum Disease
In Rockville Maryland and the surrounding
Silver Spring - Bethesda - Potomac - Gaithersburg MD areas.
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