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Early diagnosis is important for successful treatment of periodontal diseases. Therefore, it is important that children receive a periodontal examination as part of routine visits to the dentist. You should know that an advanced form of periodontal disease may be an early sign that your child is a systemic disease. Consideration should be given a general medical evaluation for children with severe periodontitis, especially if it appears to be resistant to therapy.

Many medications can cause dry mouth or create other threats to oral health. Be sure to tell your dental professional about all other medicines that members of his family are taking.

Observe your family to see if anyone has a habit of grinding his teeth. The teeth grinding may increase the risk of developing periodontal disease also cause teeth to fracture or chip. Dentists can make splints to measure to prevent grinding of teeth at night.

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