Teeth are typically the first thing that comes to mind for people when they hear the words dentist or dentistry, which makes sense—the root word dent actually means tooth! However, your teeth require healthy gums to hold them in place.
First, know that you’re not alone. Nearly half of adults in the U.S. over the age of 30 experience chronic periodontitis (the advanced stage of gum disease, which starts as gingivitis). Gum disease can be treated, and one of our first steps might be scaling and root planing.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a visit with Carolina Complete Dental Care to ensure your teeth and gums are in good shape, contact Carolina Complete Dental Care today!
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Teeth are typically the first thing that comes to mind for people when they hear the words dentist or dentistry, which makes sense—the root word