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The word periodontal means “around the tooth”. Periodontal disease attacks the gums and the bone that support the teeth. Plaque is a sticky film of food debris, bacteria, and saliva. If plaque is not removed, it turns into calculus (tartar). When plaque and calculus are not removed, they begin to destroy the gums and bone. Periodontal disease is characterized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums.
Four out of five people have periodontal disease and don’t know it! Most people are not aware of it because the disease is usually painless in the early stages.
Not only is it the number one reason for tooth loss, research suggests that there may be a link between periodontal disease and other diseases such as, stroke, bacterial pneumonia, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and increased risk during pregnancy. Researchers are determining if inflammation and bacteria associated with periodontal disease affects these systemic diseases and conditions. Smoking also increases the risk of periodontal disease.
Good oral hygiene, a balanced diet, and regular dental visits can help reduce your risk of developing periodontal disease.
Signs and symptoms of periodontal disease:
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My family and I have been going to R&R Dental office for many years. We find both Dr. Robert Flores and Dr. Robin Flores to be very helpful and professional. The staff is very friendly and our favorite dental hygienist is Mandy. She does an excellent job of cleaning our teeth. I enjoy her singing and her love of family stories, as she works away on my teeth. We love the expertise that this dental office provides for our family and friends.
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This location is brand new, modern, clean and beautiful on the inside and the whole staff is amazing! Dr. Robert Flores and his assistant were so friendly and welcoming. I went in for a crown and will be going back to have a lot more work done. This is a dentist office that is professional and one you can trust. They really care about you and your health. They even accepted my subpar dental insurance! This is hard to come by in San Luis Obispo. Needless to say I am very pleased with R&R dental.
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Mandy is always a pleasure and does an outstanding job as a hygienist; excellent cleaning and skillfully pain free. Doctors Robyn & Robert Flores have each been very kind and professional, although I admittedly haven't needed too much for from either beyond a brief examination.
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I love this place! Every staff member from front desk to back office that I have come in contact with has been knowledgeable and very helpful. The dental care is top-notch and thorough. I go to the AG office and the atmosphere is very pleasant and reassuring. My dental insurance is an HMO and my only choice for dental care was R&R Dental so I was a little concerned at lack of options. I made an appointment for initial exam and xrays but in the meantime had a problem with a tooth. They got me in and took care of it right away and then rescheduled my exam to coincide with my follow up for the problem tooth. Thanks R&R!!!
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