Periodontal Treatment
Periodontitis, a serious gum infection, can damage soft tissue and destroy the bone that supports your teeth if left untreated. Our dental team is dedicated to diagnosing and managing periodontitis to help restore your oral health and prevent further complications.
Understanding Periodontitis
Periodontitis begins with gum inflammation (gingivitis) and can progress to affect the gums, bone, and surrounding structures of the teeth. Common signs include red or swollen gums, persistent bad breath, gum recession, and even loose teeth. If you notice any of these symptoms, prompt treatment is essential to preserve your oral health.
Periodontitis begins with gum inflammation (gingivitis) and can progress to affect the gums, bone, and surrounding structures of the teeth. Common signs include red or swollen gums, persistent bad breath, gum recession, and even loose teeth. If you notice any of these symptoms, prompt treatment is essential to preserve your oral health.
Treatment Options
Treatment for periodontitis is tailored to the severity of the infection. In the early stages, a professional cleaning procedure called scaling and root planing is often recommended. This deep-cleaning approach removes plaque and tartar below the gum line and smooths root surfaces, promoting healing and reattachment of the gums. For advanced cases, surgical options like pocket reduction or bone grafting may be necessary to restore support around the teeth.
Treatment for periodontitis is tailored to the severity of the infection. In the early stages, a professional cleaning procedure called scaling and root planing is often recommended. This deep-cleaning approach removes plaque and tartar below the gum line and smooths root surfaces, promoting healing and reattachment of the gums. For advanced cases, surgical options like pocket reduction or bone grafting may be necessary to restore support around the teeth.
Preventing Future Issues
Following treatment, maintaining good oral hygiene and attending regular dental checkups are crucial to prevent recurrence. Our team will work closely with you, providing guidance on brushing, flossing, and other habits to help you keep your gums and teeth healthy.
Following treatment, maintaining good oral hygiene and attending regular dental checkups are crucial to prevent recurrence. Our team will work closely with you, providing guidance on brushing, flossing, and other habits to help you keep your gums and teeth healthy.
