Dental Insurance Plus, Tooth Loss in Adults.
One of the main causes to adult tooth loss is periodontal disease including gingivitis and periodontitis. There has been some research that states up to 30 percent of the population may be genetically susceptible to having periodontal disease.
If you are brushing and flossing correctly and seeing your dentist regularly, yet still have gum disease issues you may be in the 30 percent. Because despite aggressive oral heath care habits these people still have a higher risk of developing periodontal disease.
There are now test that are being offered to help diagnose periodontitis, a bacterial infection in the mouth. Identifying people in this higher risk area will help by early intervention and proper dental treatment which may help them keep their teeth for a lifetime.  Talk to your dentist and see what is best advised for you.
