Dentistry Throughout Your Life

 

Dr. Kevin Klinedinst cannot stress enough the importance of receiving regular dental care throughout your life. From small children, to teenagers, adults and senior citizens, care of the teeth and gums is important for your overall health. Regular dental visits and proper dental hygiene can significantly reduce your chances of developing periodontal (gum) disease, which is an infection that eats away the bone around your teeth. It is the leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. The two most common forms of periodontal disease are gingivitis and periodontitis. What’s more, scientific evidence suggests that periodontal disease may be related to serious health conditions, including heart disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, diabetes and premature, low birthweight babies. Because of this, Dr. Klinedinst provides a wide variety of dental treatments to Jefferson County and surrounding southern Indiana to keep you and your smile healthy, including: