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Dr. Frederick J Hermanson
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7300 West 147th Street Suite 302
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Apple Valley MN
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55124
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952 432-9155
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Stages of gum disease
 The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults,
even in the Apple Valley, Minneapolis and St Paul area, have or will have some form of gum disease.
Gum disease, or more correctly called "periodontal disease", is a bacterial infection in the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. It can be divided into several categories.
The first stage is called "gingivitis" and is characterized by gum tissue that is red, puffy, and bleeds easily when touched with a toothbrush, floss or dental instrument.
The second, third, and fourth stages are initial, moderate, and
advanced "periodontal disease", respectively. These stages are different
from gingivitis because the infection has destroyed the bone supporting
the teeth, causing eventual tooth loss. At Dr Frederick J Hermanson the treatment is more involved
at these stages, usually consisting of a special cleaning with
anesthesia and sometimes gum surgery.
Please call Dr Frederick J Hermanson at 952 432-9155 for a complete evaluation of your potential gum
disease.
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Gum Disease
In Apple Valley Minnesota and the surrounding
Minneapolis - St Paul - Dakota County - Bloomington MN areas.
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