Whoppi Goldberg discusses the importance of good oral health

Have you seen this great video of Whoppi Goldberg discussing her experience with periodontal disease on The View? Periodontal disease (also known as gum disease) is caused by a bacterial infection in the mouth that affects the gums and jaw.

At Lemont Family Dental, we offer a periodontal disease treatment that uses lasers in conjunction with scaling and rootplaning. After the tartar is removed from the teeth, a laser is used to selectively remove diseased tissue that line the pockets around the teeth. At the same time, the laser kills the bacteria that causes gum disease, and promotes the tissue to heal and tighten around your gums. This specialized treatment is usually performed multiple times over a few weeks.

For more information on periodontal disease, and good oral hygiene habits, visit our website or give us a call today!