Periodontal Health and Diabetes

In western culture, most people practice good oral hygiene. We are raised learning to brush our teeth after meals, told to visit our dentists twice per year for cleanings and checkups and learn how to floss at an early age. There are a variety of products on the market (with more surfacing all the time) to improve our oral health and reverse the risk of periodontal disease.

There are a lot of good reasons to practice good oral hygiene and one of the most important is the link between periodontal health and other serious diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. These connections are becoming more and more accepted within not only the dental community but the medical community at large with an increasing number of physicians adding questions about dental health and check ups to their new patient paperwork.

At Periodontal Associates, we spend a significant amount of time educating our patients on how gum health can impact overall health and wellness. We encourage you to peruse our website to learn more about gum disease and steps you can take to prevent and correct it. It is one of the most important steps you can take to maintain good health!

Another kind of recession: Your gumline

Well, we are deep in the thick of tax season once again (where does the time go?) and for many Americans, finances continue to be of the utmost concern due to the seemingly relentless economic recession. For many of us, a shrinking economy and rising gas and food prices are key factors in how we are budgeting our finances. But there is another type of recession we need to be concerned about - one that impacts our overall health and well-being. I'm talking about receding gums, which is often one of the first noticeable symptoms of periodontal disease.

Here at Periodontal Associates, we see a lot of patients who are exhibiting the seven warning signs of gum disease and aren't even aware that these signs are not a normal part of the aging process or overly-enthusiastic brushing and flossing. They are often astonished to learn that they have gum disease and that it can severely compromise overall physical, mental and emotional health. Many patients find themselves facing costly restorative procedures that may have been preventable if their gum disease was properly evaluated and treated at an early stage.

At Periodontal Associates, we are in the position of patient education. Our website is a comprehensive information resource that includes self-assessment tools, visual guides, and how periodontists treat gum disease. We encourage you to browse our website to begin evaluating your symptoms. If you have any signs of gum disease, please contact us right away so we can begin treatment immediately. In this day and age, one recession you can gain control of is the recession of your gumline.

3 Great Reasons to Become a Patient of Dr. Versman and Dr. Heller

3 Great Reasons to Become a Patient of Dr. Versman and Dr. Heller

1.       On your very first visit to our office you will feel a very warm welcome. We think of our patients as a friend and want to help you obtain optimal health through an individualized approach to treatment.  Trust is our number one priority and we will work hard to maintain it. Our trained and experienced staff offers a private consultation to review your needs. We have many years of experience in periodontics and dental implants.

2.       You will feel at ease with what the doctors are recommending for treatment because of their extensive background.

Dr. Versman:

·         One of a few Board- Certified Periodontists in the Denver area.

·         Served a five-year term in the Colorado State Board of Dentistry by appointment of Governor Romer.

·         Past President of the Colorado Dental Association.

·         Past professor at the University of Colorado School of Dentistry.

·         Trustee to the American Dental Association representing Colorado, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming and Hawaii.

Dr. Heller:

·         Current Professor at the University of Colorado School of Dentistry.

·         Past President of the Rocky Mountain Periodontal Society.

·         Present of the North American Society of Periodontists.

·         Past president of the Aurora Dental Society.

·         Fellow member of the American College of Dentists.

·         Chairman of Peer Review Committee, MDDS.

·         Fellow member of the International College of Dentists.

·         Has been practicing Periodontics in Aurora since 1991.

3.       We understand how important it is to you to maintain the health of your mouth.  Periodontal treatment is your first step towards restoring your mouth and teeth to keep them for a lifetime.  Periodontal therapy will also help to improve:

·         Systemic Health

·         Appearance

·         Chewing

·         Elimination of Bad odors and tastes

·         Increased self-esteem and happiness

Our goal is quality in comfort, service and dental care. It’s a goal to which we are committed and a standard which our patients have come to expect. Feel free to call our office in the Denver/ Aurora Colorado area at (303)755-4500, or check out our website at www.periodontalhealth.com.