Flenniken Family Dentistry Raises Awareness of the Link between Gum Disease & Heart Disease in PA

CARLISLE, Pa. - March 27, 2014 - PRLog -- Continuing to respect American Heart Month, Flenniken Family Dentistry, an established dental clinic with experienced dentists in Carlisle, PA, dedicates their efforts to educating patients about the early signs and symptoms of gum disease. Dr. Neil Flenniken, principal dentist, and Dr. Marvin Berger, senior dentist, at Flenniken Family Dentistry show their patients how to minimize the risk of heart disease and stroke by fighting gum disease. With the latest techniques in gum treatment, dentists at Flenniken Family Dentistry can treat gingivitis (gum disease) and help their patients enjoy better oral health, which contributes to improved heart health.

“Untreated periodontal disease often increases the risks of stroke, heart disease, and other health complications by sheltering bacteria in the gum tissue, which can then travel along the bloodstream to the heart and other vital organs”, says Dr. Berger. The doctor further added, “Patients who are equipped with a complete knowledge of the symptoms of periodontal disease are better able to avert the risks, altogether”.

According to Dr. Berger, some of the early signs of gum disease include:

1.        Bleeding when brushing and flossing
2.        Reddish and swollen gums
3.        Persistent bad taste or bad breath
4.        Loose teeth

When skilled dentists at Flenniken Family Dentistry see severe gum disease in their patients, they explain them various options that are available for the treatment. Many patients are surprised to find that the dentists have state-of-the-art tools and techniques, including IV Sedation and dental laser, to perform thorough treatment for severe periodontal disease in as short as a single visit with minimal to no discomfort. Patients at Flenniken Family Dentistry enjoy better oral health, free of the vile bacteria that mount up under the gums. Further, by eliminating gum disease, patients also reduce the risks of heart disease, thereby living with a healthy overall health.

For more details about the symptoms of gum disease and how dentists at Flenniken Family Dentistry help treat the gum disease, visit their website http://www.monarchsmiles.com/ or call their office in Carlisle, PA at (717)249.7777.