Periodontal Care
Protect Your Gums. Maintain Your Health.
The Problem
Today, over 85 percent of the population has some form of periodontal (gum) disease. The problem is that gum disease is very elusive. Often, it is misdiagnosed or simply ignored.
The Symptoms
Common symptoms include bleeding, tenderness, and inflammation. However, gums may recede, leaving teeth vulnerable to decay, abscesses, and tooth loss – without any symptoms.
The Importance
Healthy gums are essential for attractive, comfortable, functional teeth. But what may surprise you is that healthy gums are essential to good overall health, too.
Michelle H. (Actual LifeSmiles Patient)
Gums & Your Body
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Certain cancers
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Poorly regulated blood sugar in diabetes
- Premature birth and preeclampsia
- Low birth weight babies
- Other health concerns
Oral bacteria that enter the bloodstream may cause the liver to produce more proteins such as C-reactive protein, one of the known factors in many diseases.
There is good news. Gum disease is easily treatable – even reversible. Best of all, with the advancements made in modern dentistry, periodontal therapy is more comfortable, thorough, and effective than ever before.

Stay Healthy with Periodontal Therapy
No matter your stage of gum disease, we are here to help!
LifeSmiles by Randy Mitchmore
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1722 West Alabama St
Houston, TX 77098
We offer an array of dental services.