Prevent dental problems by visiting the dentist in Mackay

It’s almost impossible to get away from gum disease and tooth decay if you don’t visit the dentist regularly, no matter how often you brush and floss. Just like children, adults are equally at risk from cavities and gum disease. Dental care for adults is important and visiting the dentist throughout the year is essential.

At Walkerston Dental in Walkerston, we believe that prevention is key when it comes to your oral health and for this reason, we will keep you posted on your next dental appointment well in advance. If you think that you are experiencing problems in your mouth or you can’t remember the last time you visited the dentist in Mackay, then it’s time to arrange your next appointment.

Gum disease

Gum disease is a very common oral problem that affects millions of people around the world – in fact, it’s the number one cause of tooth loss in adults. Gum disease can be attributed to many factors and poor oral hygiene is the most common. If your oral care routine has gone awry and you haven’t had a cleaning for months (or even years), plaque and bacteria will eventually build up on your teeth, causing your gums to loosen and become red and sensitive. If left without intervention, gum disease can even result in tooth loss. Luckily, gum disease is easily diagnosed with the help of your dentist in Mackay and can be prevented.

Tooth decay and cavities

Changes that occur with ageing make adults prone to cavities. Reduced oral hygiene combined with an increased occurrence of gum disease, can expose tooth roots to plaque and other bacteria, encouraging the formation of cavities – small holes in your enamel. Decay begins in the main portion of the tooth and can eventually spread into the tooth, reaching the nerve of the tooth. Again, if left untreated, tooth decay can cause major oral health problems such as abscesses and tooth loss.

Warning signs

Gum disease and tooth decay – the two leading causes of tooth loss – are not painful in the beginning and for this reason they are easy to dismiss. Thanks to early diagnosis and intervention from our dentist in Mackay, your oral health won’t be at risk.

All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.