When you visit the dentist for your routine exam, you will probably have a teeth cleaning done by a hygienist. This hygienist will also examine your gums to check for gum disease, also known as gingivitis and periodontitis. Gum disease screening is an essential part of dentistry near Naples, so it should never be ignored.
As seen in the “Dental Minute” video, screening for gum disease is a short process that requires only a pointed probe. The hygienist or dentist will lightly push the probe beneath the gum. How far down the probe goes will determine the level of gum disease that is present. If patients brush and floss regularly, while also maintaining a healthy diet, they should have little to no gum disease. Be sure to consult your dentist and hygienist on how to prevent gum disease.
