Periodontal Evaluation in Katy, TX

Why Gum Health Matters

Gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss, and its early stages are typically painless — which is exactly why it goes unnoticed until damage is done.

There's also a well-documented link between gum disease and systemic conditions including heart disease and diabetes, so this is about more than just your teeth.

The numbers we record — pocket depths around each tooth — are how we tell early gum inflammation from bone loss. We show you those numbers, not just a label, so the next visit has something to compare against.

What the Evaluation Involves

• Measuring the pocket depth around each tooth
• Checking for bleeding, recession and inflammation
• Reviewing X-rays for bone loss
• Assessing tooth mobility
• Discussing risk factors like smoking, diabetes and genetics

Home Care That Helps the Gums

Brush at the gum line, not just the chewing surfaces, and clean between the teeth every day. That is where gum disease starts. An electric brush and a water flosser help, especially if your hands tire easily.

If you smoke or your blood sugar runs high, tell us. Both make gums harder to heal, and we plan the cleaning schedule around that instead of assuming a standard six-month gap is enough.