Heyworth's First Choice for Gum Disease Treatment
Gum disease is the most prevalent of dental problems. It begins with bad breath and can lead to the loss of teeth. But periodontal disease can be kept at bay, or better yet, avoided all together. Your smile is most important tool in your career, your personal life and your happiness. Heyworth dentist, Dr. James Chow can help you battle this dangerous enemy.
Dr. Chow will tell you that there two types of gum disease. The first, which is reversible, is gingivitis. With gingivitis, the gums are the only thing affected. This is what causes the first major symptom of gum disease - bad breath. However, left untreated, gingivitis can lead to more serious problems.
Some of the factors that increase the risk of developing gum disease include tobacco use, diabetes, some medications, ill-fitting bridges, crooked teeth, bad fillings and pregnancy. This list, of course, is not all inclusive. At Gentle Dentistry we know that avoiding these risks could be paramount in the prevention of gum disease.
For an initial gum disease consultation, call Dr. James Chow today at Gentle Dentistry or submit our online form.
However, you are not helpless in this never-ending battle. Other than daily brushing and flossing, what else can you do. First, twice-a-year visits to Dr. Chow in Heyworth should be in your arsenal. Also, if you are a smoker or you chew tobacco - STOP! If your fillings have loosened, increase your visits to the dentist. Finally, a healthy diet should be in your bag of tricks. Dr. Chow can help with your battle plan. In no time at all, your friends will be asking, "What are you up to? You are always smiling."
Financial Arrangements:
At Gentle Dentistry our goal is to maximize your insurance benefits and make any remaining balance easily affordable. If you have any questions regarding your insurance benefits, please don't hesitate to call our office at (309) 452-2404 to review your concerns.
Our fees are based on the quality of the materials we use and our experience in performing your needed treatment. To facilitate our goals, we have developed the following financial options:
Major credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted in our office.
We are pleased to offer financing through CareCredit. Care Credit is a convenient, no intial payment, low monthly payment plan for dental treatment of $1000 to $2500. For more information or to apply online please click on the logo.
If you would like to review our financial arrangement options in advance of treatment, please call (309) 452-2404.
The doctors at Gentle Dentistry are licensed to perform all listed services as general dentists.
Our providers are not specialists in family, crowns, gum disease, sedation, prosthodontics, orthodontics,
endodontics, cosmetic, whitening, implants or non-specialty interest areas that require specific educational
training to advertise this service.