When a periodontal infection causes damage to the bone and tissues that give your teeth support, these teeth can begin to loosen or even fall out. Chewing and biting food then becomes difficult and, in some cases, painful. Many patients decide to alter their diet to stick to foods that are softer and easier to chew. However, this can be problematic as these types of diets rarely satisfy the nutritional needs of the body. Issues such as weight loss, malnutrition, and indigestion are quite common in patients with tooth or bone loss.

One of the functions of your teeth and bone is to hold the lips and cheeks in place. When gum disease arises and causes tooth and bone loss, these areas lose their natural support systems and begin to sink inward. This can cause you to look much older than you actually are. These are a few examples of how tooth and bone loss can affect your everyday routine. If you suspect that you are suffering from gum disease, please contact Drs. Szymanowski and schedule your consultation today!