Plaque - A visible dental problem
 One of the easiest problems to spot is a build-up of plaque.
Plaque is the soft, sticky layer of bacteria, which is constantly forming on the teeth.
Usually it is invisible to the naked eye, but when
a person is not cleaning their teeth and gums adequately, it can build
up to where it appears to be a thick whitish coating on the teeth at the
gum line. If not removed, it can lead to tooth decay and/ or gum
disease.
Another potential problem, which is
easy to spot, is missing teeth. Many patients Dr. Hanson sees assume
that if they are still able to eat, they are O.K.
But very often, losing just one
tooth can lead to the loss of support, and teeth begin to drift into the
empty space, causing a change in the bite, and the jaw joint. It also
forces the remaining teeth to carry an additional load, sometimes past
their ability to adapt. In most cases, when even one tooth is lost, the
remaining teeth suffer and are more likely to be lost as well.
At Bruce W Hanson DDS our focus is in the treatment of problems such as these. Call our office
at (253) 852-4508 for the care you need.
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