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Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, can have serious consequences beyond just affecting the appearance of your smile. If left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss and even more severe health issues.
If you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, we will recommend a deep cleaning to address the problem. This treatment, also known as scaling and root planing or periodontal therapy, is the most effective way to treat gum disease. During a deep cleaning, plaque, tartar, and bacteria are removed from the surfaces of your teeth and roots. The tooth roots are then smoothed to prevent bacteria from sticking and to promote gum reattachment.
What Is Gum Disease?
Periodontal disease, also known as gingivitis in its early stages, is caused by harmful bacteria in plaque that can damage the soft tissues in your mouth. Signs of this disease include red, swollen, or bleeding gums. If caught early, we can help reverse the damage. If detected late, we offer effective restorative dentistry procedures to restore your mouth to a healthy state. Our team can help you maintain strong, disease-free teeth and gums through regular examinations, cleanings, and specialized interventions for periodontal disease if necessary.
Advantages of Deep Cleaning
Although deep cleanings cannot cure periodontal disease, they can help slow or stop its progression. Deep cleanings may also reduce the need for surgical intervention in the future and often result in swollen, bleeding gums becoming healthy and pink again.
If you have gum disease, we may suggest incorporating deep cleanings and periodontal maintenance checkups into your regular dental visits.
Summary of Periodontal Treatments
Management of periodontal disease involves a range of treatments beyond deep cleanings. Periodontal therapy focuses on improving the health of the gum tissue that supports your teeth. When diseased tissue is present, it is important to replace it with healthy tissue whenever possible. In cases of severe gum recession caused by gum disease, gum grafting may be necessary to reposition the gum tissue and protect tooth roots from exposure.
To address bacterial infections in the tissues, we may apply topical antibacterial or antibiotic solutions either alone or in combination with other treatments. Patients with advanced or complex periodontal disease may require the expertise of a periodontist. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in treating gum disease, gingivitis, and other oral soft tissue conditions. They undergo additional training in periodontics after completing a general dental degree, making them experts in the field.
If you have been diagnosed with advanced gum disease, a periodontist may be an essential part of your dental care team. They will collaborate with us to develop a comprehensive treatment plan to manage your condition and prevent further deterioration.
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