About Gum Disease

Discover the Link Between Gum Disease and Your Health

Gum disease, otherwise known as periodontal disease, is a progressive condition that can affect your overall health. Many people do not realize that gum disease is linked to systemic health conditions because a spreading infection can trigger inflammation in the body. This is why Dr. Jennifer Smith Ellis encourages patients to come in as soon as they detect problems with their oral health. Early detection is key to getting this infection under control.

Symptoms

If you notice any of the following gum disease symptoms, you must come in for an oral evaluation as soon as possible:

Systemic Effects

Studies show inflammation may be responsible for the link between an infection in the mouth and chronic inflammatory conditions. People with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease because they are more susceptible to contracting in infection, according to the American Academy of Periodontology. Periodontal disease can also increase blood sugar levels which increases the risk of diabetic complications. Gum disease has also been linked to:

Treatment

The good news is gum disease can be treated without surgery. Our doctor is skilled in scaling and root planing therapy for mild cases of gum disease and laser gum surgery for moderate to severe cases. Both of these treatment options are alternatives to traditional, invasive gum surgery and can help you achieve optimal oral health after gum disease. Both approaches are minimally invasive and will not require extensive healing or downtime.

See What Our Patients Say

Toni NealToni Neal
20:27 09 Feb 24
They use the newest, proven technology to make night guards....no more that yucky gummy material in your mouth. Dr. Jenny is the bestest and her staff is patient-oriented. Highly recommend!!!
Janet SmithJanet Smith
16:30 09 Feb 24
Super friendly....seem to really care! They gave me lots of good feedback on my problem..
Lorraine AlbertsonLorraine Albertson
16:26 06 Feb 24
Dr. Ellis and Rachel are the best. Thank you to the whole crew.
Tracy KimballTracy Kimball
14:39 02 Feb 24
I have been a patient at Alpine Dental for many years. They are thorough, friendly and professional from the minute the appointment is made, continuing until the work is completed.
michael neumichael neu
22:30 31 Jan 24
The entire staff at Alpine Dental is extremely friendly, professional and very caring about you and your dental needs. I'm extremely happy that I found them for full dental implants. Alpine Dental is awesome.🤗👍
Hannah VozelHannah Vozel
04:57 24 Jan 24
Great experience with Alpine!! Very professional, friendly, and thorough. I feel they've been more attentive to and taken more time to help me understand problems with my teeth than past dentists. Would recommend.
gwen hallgwen hall
15:50 16 Dec 23
My first visit. It was great. Dr Ellis is so nice. Very professional and welcoming to a new patient. Staff is lovely. Outgoing and friendly. I’m so glad they were recommended to me.
Maxine CarlsonMaxine Carlson
15:15 06 Dec 23
100% satisfied! I felt 100% confident in Dr. Jenny and her staff. Came in with 2/3rd's of a tooth and she fixed it right then. I would highly recommend Alpine Dental. Jennifer, her work and the staff are amazing.
Raelynn DurnamRaelynn Durnam
14:12 26 Oct 23
Definitely the best dentist I’ve ever had and I have had many!! I now have awesome looking teeth and a great smile. Dr Ellis has stopped her day to fit me in her schedule when I have had emergency situations. The staff is amazing!! I hope they’re in Bozeman for a long time!!!
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