Periodontics
Periodontics involves the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease.
Periodontal disease OR gum disease, is infection or inflammation of the gums. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. When dirt such as plaque and tartar are left untreated on teeth and gums, gum disease may develop.
There are different stages which are known as gingivitis and periodontitis:
Gingivitis includes a variety mild to moderate symptoms, such as:
- Red, swollen gums
- Sensitive teeth
- Gums bleeding from normal brushing or eating
- Chronic halitosis (bad breath)
- Difficulty or pain chewing
- Periodontitis is a more advanced form of gum disease. Gums begin to pull away from teeth, creating small “pockets” along the gum line. Tooth loss, bone loss, and damage to gums and soft tissues can occur with periodontitis.
Treatment
The most common treatment for gum disease is known as deep cleaning or scaling and root planing. We can help you with treating this by performing this gentle and effective removal of tartar, calculus, and infected tissue.
Please watch this video to see the sample for non – surgical root planning process:
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