Non-Surgical Treatments to Periodontal Disease

September 06, 2021

If you think tooth decay is the only thing you need to worry about, you are mistaken. Did you know that gum disease is also one of the biggest dental problems in America today? When gum disease isn’t treated right away, it can wreak havoc in your mouth. Advanced stage gum disease can damage your jawbone and cause your teeth to come loose. Luckily, if you receive periodontal treatment in Naples early, the problem can be arrested.  

inflamed gum tissues surrounding a tooth

How Is Periodontal Disease Treated?

Scaling and Root Planing

In a scaling procedure, your dentist will remove plaque, bacteria, and tartar from each tooth. Plaque and tartar underneath the gums will also be removed. Some of the instruments used in scaling are scalers, curettes, ultrasonic devices, and lasers.  

Root planing is performed to smoothen the tooth roots, thereby preventing bacteria, plaque, and tartar from building up and clinging to these surfaces.  

Antibiotics

Gum disease can be treated through oral and topical antibiotics to control and stop the spread of the infection. Examples of topical antibiotics include gels and mouth rinses. The antibacterial gels are inserted into your gum pockets after deep cleaning.  

At Home Care   

After receiving periodontal treatment, you should strive to modify your lifestyle. Brush and floss your teeth at home as recommended by your dentist and make sure you visit the dental office regularly to have your teeth professionally cleaned.  

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Do You Need Periodontal Treatment in Naples?

If your gums are sore, red, and bleeding, you should see your dentist right away to have them checked. At Gulfside Dental, we offer quality, customized, and affordable dental treatments to help restore your oral health.  

With our state-of-the-art facility and modern-day techniques, we can guarantee that you will get the smile you deserve. Call us todayfor an appointment.  

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