Gum disease is a serious infection in the gums that not only impacts oral health, but overall health. While periodontal disease is easily preventable and treatable with early detection, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports half of adults have gum disease. However, we are seeing higher than average cases for those seeking gum disease therapy in Colorado Springs. With a recent Associated Press article claiming flossing is ineffective for preventing the infection, more people are skipping this vital preventive step. As a team of periodontists, we encourage you to continue to floss daily to protect your oral and overall health from gum disease
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It’s the time of year when your house is full again, because your child is off from school for the holiday. It’s nice to have them around so you can dote on them a little bit, and it’s very tempting to just let them lounge and soak up some leisure. However, this time could also be more useful. Does your child need their wisdom teeth removed? Have they been complaining of pain in the area for months, but haven’t had time to do it? The next few weeks will probably be their last bit of freedom until the Spring, so now is the time to act. Your periodontist in Colorado Springs explains a little more why this is the right time to get their wisdom teeth extracted. 
Usually, your lunch break is your little slice of peace in the middle of the work day. There’s a secluded little patio right next to your office that is in just the right place to feel great despite the weather. It gives you a moment to get away from the noise of work and just breathe. Unfortunately, you’re not enjoying your lunch this particular day. Your gums feel sore and swollen, so every bite is a little uncomfortable. It seems to have come on all of a sudden, what happened? Gum disease is actually the most common disease in the U.S, affecting about 65 million people. This is more than heart disease or diabetes combined. It can easily start unnoticed and eventually turn into a serious infection. Your periodontist in Colorado Springs wants you to know the signs to look for, as well as how you can treat gum disease. 
You’ve lived in Colorado for years and have never been to the top of Pike’s Peak. That has all changed today, and you’re gasping for air not only because of the beautiful view, but the altitude as well. It’s a nice sunny day down at the base, but now you find yourself ankle deep in snow. You huff and puff your way to a good spot so you can take a picture of yourself. You look up at your phone and the first thing you notice isn’t the beauty of nature, but rather your teeth. They are looking quite a bit longer than usual. Have your gums receded? This could be a sign of gum disease. The periodontist in Cascade wants you to know what you can do about it. 
If you are missing a tooth because of periodontal disease, severe tooth decay, a traumatic injury or genetics, a dental implant can be the ideal tooth replacement. An implant is a small titanium post that Dr. Haradon or Dr. Lackler surgically embeds in your jawbone. This post becomes your new tooth root that fuses with the surrounding gum and bone tissue. When you’ve healed, a tooth restoration is attached.