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Dr. Harvey Chin
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3824 South Jones
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Las Vegas NV
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89103
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(702) 876-6067
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Stages of gum disease
 The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults,
even in the Las Vegas, Henderson and Summerlin 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 Las Vegas Center for Restorative Dentistry the treatment is more involved
at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with
anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.
Please call Las Vegas Center for Restorative Dentistry at (702) 876-6067 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum
disease.
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Gum Disease
In Las Vegas Nevada and the surrounding
Henderson - Summerlin - Boulder City - North Las Vegas NV areas.
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