Gum Disease

Vickii R. Bingham-Lester, DMD works closely with patients in Gambrills and Crofton, MD and throughout the greater Washington DC area, helping them enjoy the benefits of healthy gums.

“What is Gingivitis?” Gambrills patients often ask. It is the early stage of gum disease, a painless infection. Without treatment, gingivitis progresses to full-blown periodontal disease, which can have a serious impact on your appearance, oral health, and whole body wellness. The good news is that gum disease can be prevented, reversed, and managed effectively. Vickii R. Bingham-Lester, DMD works closely with patients in Gambrills and Crofton, MD and throughout the greater Washington DC area, helping them enjoy the benefits of healthy gums.

Development of gum disease

Bacteria feed on sugars in bits of food debris trapped between teeth and in plaque. As they eat, they excrete toxins that cause gum tissue to pull away from teeth.

Gum disease is measured by the attachment of gums to teeth. If four millimeters of gum tissue at the edges is not firmly sealed to teeth, you have gingivitis. The most noticeable symptom is bleeding gums. Gambrills patients can avoid more serious forms of gum disease by seeking treatment promptly.

Untreated, the condition progresses into periodontitis, creating pockets of five millimeters or greater. You cannot clean these pockets with brushing and flossing. You may experience chronic bad breath, tooth sensitivity, and decay. Teeth become loose, and eventually fall out or have to be extracted.

The best solution for gum disease is prevention through good oral hygiene. However it is never too late to begin treatment.

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Gum disease is measured by the attachment of gums to teeth.

Treatment for healthy gums

Your first step toward healthy gums is scheduling a consultation. If you have gum disease, your Gambrills dentist will schedule scaling and root planing, which removes plaque and tartar from pockets and smooths tooth roots. It is vital to maintain frequent hygiene recalls, every three to four months.

Understanding Gum Disease - Types, Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

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Gum Disease - the 3 stages of gum disease are gingivitis, periodontitis and advanced periodontitis. Gingivitis is caused by toxins irritating the gum line as a result of plaque buildup. Signs and symptoms of gingivitis include swelling, sensitivity and bleeding of the gums during brushing and flossing. Gingivitis can be easily reversed through professional care and good home oral hygiene. Periodontitis is categorized by irreversible bone loss that results from untreated gingivitis. The gums may begin to form a pocket below the gum line which traps food and plaque. Dental treatment and home care can help prevent from further damage but at this stage, the results are not reversible. Advanced periodontitis is when the fibers and bones supporting the teeth are destroyed. This may cause teeth to shift or loosen. Teeth may have to be removed depending on how enhanced the disease is become and if treatments are not effective. You can begin by preventing gum disease with good oral health. Pick up a brochure or ask your dentist today.

Help yourself to understand 'Gum Disease - Types, Symptoms, Causes & Treatments' by watching this instructional video by Bingham-Lester Dentistry.

Dr. Bingham-Lester wants you to know that the best solution for gum disease is prevention through good oral hygiene. However, it is never too late to begin treatment. Call her without delay at 410-885-6522.

Bingham - Lester Dentistry

Dr. Vickii R. Bingham-Lester

A graduate from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Vickii R. Bingham-Lester, has several years of experience in private practice and is an established professional with a wealth of skill and knowledge in the field of dentistry.

As the lead dentist and founder of Bingham-Lester Dentistry, her aim is to provide the best possible oral care for her patients. She achieves this by maintaining a pleasant and friendly attitude towards all her patients irrespective of age or ethnicity, whilst investing in the latest technology for improved accuracy and efficiency during treatment procedures.

Dr. Bingham-Lester offers an array of services which include preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments. She takes a special interest in dental Implantology. She is also the prestigious recipient of a Fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

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A+. I am a military spuse and decided to try Bingham-Lester, Awesome Choice. Price Range wasnt awesome, but the experiece was great. Very Clean and you even have a T.V. over your head (what a distraction) I keep my eyes closed. I had quite a few cavities (bad teeth) She uses the bite guard, but when I got up for my 2nd break she said "Is this bothering you" I told her Yes and we did not use it again. I almost fell asleep the TV noise in the background made it better (for whatver reason.) I would reccommend this Dentsist to anyone. Very Laid back and funny! I no longer hate the dentist....its almost relaxing, minus the whole mouth open part. Thats the dentist though!!

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