Periodontics & Gum Therapy
Deep cleaning and treatment for the structures that support your teeth.
One of the most dangerous things that can happen to your teeth is infection of the gums and the other structures supporting them — the tooth root, the gums, and the bone lining the tooth socket.
Your teeth and the structures that support them are complex, living things that require and deserve just as much care as any other part of your body. To that end, Owens Dental offers periodontal treatment to protect your oral health.
What Is Periodontics?
Periodontics is the area of dentistry focused specifically on the gums surrounding your teeth, the diseases that affect them, and how those diseases are best treated.
Traditional dental care involves biannual visits for routine cleanings and checkups. Your dentist removes plaque, polishes and flosses your teeth, and helps you refine your hygiene routine.
A periodontal checkup goes deeper. It’s designed to address periodontitis, a serious gum infection that damages the gums and — in advanced cases — can lead to tooth loss.
Symptoms and Treatment
Common symptoms of periodontitis include:
- Red, swollen, or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Receding gums
- Loose teeth
- Severe toothache
- Tooth loss
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, come see us as soon as you can. Prompt treatment can save your teeth and your oral health.
To treat periodontitis, we perform a deep cleaning of your teeth and surrounding gums using two techniques:
Scaling
Cleans below the gumline to remove plaque buildup that a routine cleaning can’t reach.
Root Planing
Smooths the root surfaces so the gums can reattach cleanly and bacteria have fewer places to collect.
This deep cleaning both treats active periodontitis and helps prevent it from developing. Treating it early lets us avoid more serious consequences like tooth loss.
Protect Your Gums, Protect Your Smile
If you’re concerned you may be suffering from periodontitis, set up an appointment with us. We’re ready to help you restore your oral health today.