Periodontal DentistryServices » Periodontal Dentistry Your Walla Walla dentist has several ways to treat periodontal (gum) disease, which are infections to gums or surrounding soft tissue. Caused by a build up of bacteria, the best way to prevent such infections is to practice good brushing, flossing, and nutrition everyday. However, when the infection is too deep more extensive measures are needed. Beginning in small crevices where the tooth meets gum, these infections can appear as only minor swelling or bleeding. As the infection progresses however, it moves deeper below the gum line where it forms large pockets of bacteria in and around the roots of the tooth. Left untreated they will decay the bones of the tooth and jaw, which may require extractions. Walla Walla Dental Team will help you prevent this by finding the perfect dentist to perform one of the following procedures in Walla Walla, College Place, or Touchet
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