The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates at least 50% of adults have a form of periodontal disease, an infection that develops in the gum tissue. While it is treatable in the early stages, it often goes undetected. As it progresses in severity, it leads to serious complications, like tooth loss. In fact, it is a leading cause of missing teeth in the U.S. If you have found yourself among those who have an incomplete smile, you can fill the spaces with the help of your implant dentist in Plano. Even those who have gum disease can enjoy dental implants.
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