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Periodontics is the clinical study of the supporting structures of the teeth, which include the bone, gums, blood vessels and nerves. A periodontist is a dentist who has specialized in the field of periodontics and whose job involves the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gum disease.
Periodontal (gum) disease is chronic bacterial infection of the gums which if left untreated can lead to tooth loss and alveolar bone loss. The main cause of periodontal disease is the bacteria found in plaque which produces toxins or poisons that irritate the gums. Other risk factors include smoking, diabetes, hormonal changes in women, genetic susceptibility, stress, medications, and poor nutrition.
Some of the most common periodontal diseases are:
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Gingivitis : Often caused by inadequate oral hygiene. The gums redden, swell and bleed easily.
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Periodontitis : Untreated gingivitis can advance to periodontitis. Gums separate from the teeth forming pockets which become infected.
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Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Diseases : Periodontitis is often a result of systemic diseases such as diabetes.
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Necrotizing Periodontal Diseases : An infection characterized by necrosis of gingival tissues, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone.
Warning signs of periodontal disease include:
If you feel you have any of the symptoms given above, be sure to consult a periodontist. A list of periodontists in Oahu is given below. This list has been compiled for you by Oahu.us for your convenience.
Honolulu
Dr. Earl W. Ah Moo
1010 S King St Ste 704
Honolulu, HI
(808) 596-0522 |
Dr. Edmund A. Cassella
1441 Kapiolani Blvd. Ste. 1506
Honolulu, HI
(808) 955-1506 |
Dr. Michael Ching
1060 Young St 216
Honolulu, HI
(808) 946-3909 |
Dr. Lyndon D. Fong
1441 Kapiolani Blvd. Ste. 616
Honolulu, HI
(808) 947-3333 |
Dr. Neil B. Furuya
615 Piikoi St Ste PH2
Honolulu, HI
(808) 593-9400 |
Dr. Darin K. Iha
1600 Kapiolani Blvd. Ste. 507
Honolulu, HI
(808) 941-5561 |
Dr. Laura H.T. Lawler
1441 Kapiolani Boulevard Suite 920
Honolulu, HI
(808) 973-3711 |
Dr. Clyde G.C. Mew
2065 S. King Street Ste. 209
Honolulu, HI
(808) 947-4222 |
Dr. Susan Mizuno
1060 Young St 216
Honolulu, HI
(808) 946-3909 |
Dr. Clyde S. Umaki
1833 South Beretania St.
Honolulu, HI
(808) 955-2275 |
Dr. Gregg Uyeda Uyeda
932 Ward Ave 410
Honolulu, HI
(808) 533-7200 |
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Aeia
Dr. Myles C. Miyasato
98-1247 Kaahumanu Street Ste. 316
Aiea, HI
(808) 488-5880 |
Dr. Norman G. Suga
98-211 Pali Momi St. Ste. 412
Aiea, HI
(808) 488-3509 |
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Kailua
Dr. Braden C Seamons
30 Aulike St Ste 501
Kailua, HI
(808) 263-1100 |
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Pearl City
Kaneohe
Mililani
Waipahu
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