Gum Disease & Periodontal Care
Most think it’s normal when their gums bleed during routine brushing and flossing. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Swollen or inflamed gums are the earliest symptoms of periodontal disease. This is a result of prolonged bacterial plaque buildup. Because it is usually painless, chances are you may not realize you have it.
When the initial warning signs of gum disease are detected, there may be little damage. Professional cleanings are often the only necessary treatment to restore your gums to essential health.
For comprehensive periodontal management, we recommend visiting with our dentists and hygienists. Our team is dedicated to eliminating the harmful effects of gum disease and restoring oral health for all our patients.
Non-Surgical Gum Disease Treatment from Advanced Dentistry
With any preventive procedure, we strive to administer periodontal care in the least invasive manner. In some cases, symptoms of gum disease are significantly reduced by professional deep cleanings.
While under local anesthesia, scaling and root planning is the non-surgical removal of plaque and tartar. This gumline buildup creates a tissue pocket around affected teeth. After bacteria is properly cleaned away, rough areas of the tooth roots are smoothed. Medications such as prescription mouthwashes or systemic antibiotics can be given after periodontal cleaning treatment to protect against further infection and encourage healing.
Surgical Periodontal Therapy Options at Advanced Dentistry
Severe periodontal issues are the leading contributing factor resulting in tooth loss. If advanced gum disease goes untreated, the infection will spread, eventually deteriorating the structures that support your teeth in your jawbone. When professional deep cleanings cannot provide a resolution, periodontal surgery may be required.
If this turns out to be the case, patients visiting our Scottsdale practice can rest assured in their care as we provide the following:
Laser Treatment – We utilize soft-tissue dental lasers to access and remove harmful bacteria from the root of the tooth. These instruments also disinfect the affected areas, allowing for root scaling process to begin. Bleeding, swelling, and pain is almost non-existent when undergoing laser periodontal therapy.
Pocket Reduction – Plaque buildup under the gumline develops periodontal pockets around your teeth for harmful bacteria to reside. During this procedure, our dentists gently fold the gum-tissue back to remove tartar before guiding tissue back into place, encouraging them to reattach. From the earliest stages of gingivitis to the severe conditions of periodontitis, it is essential to both your oral and overall health to receive professional treatment.
The entire dental team at Advanced Dentistry are committed to the health, functionality, and beauty of patients smiles.
For more information about our periodontal service, call or visit our Scottsdale dental practice today!