Gum Disease Treatment

Gum Disease Treatment in Turlock, CA

Gum disease is very common and if left untreated this condition can lead to receding gums and tooth loss. Symptoms of gum disease develop slowly, and some patients don’t even know they are affected by the slow progression of this disease. Your oral health and overall health are directly related, and taking care of your smile and keeping up with your oral hygiene is extremely important. At Turlock Dental Care we love to help our patients keep their gums healthy, and provide services to slow gum disease, and help repair and restore your gums and smile.

Symptoms of Gum Disease

• Swollen, red, or irritated gums.
• Persistent bad breath.
• Pain in or around the teeth and gums.
• Bleeding gums.
• Pus between the teeth or gums.

Gum disease is caused by bacteria and plaque buildup around the teeth and gums and is typically caused by poor oral hygiene habits. These bacteria and plaque sit trapped and cause your gums and mouth to be inflamed. The gums can form pockets and begin to pull away from the teeth, and this can cause stability issues. If gum disease is not treated this condition can cause health complications such as cardiovascular disease and affect your overall health. Turlock Dental Care offers gum disease treatment using our soft-tissue laser to help treat gum disease, prevent complications, and restore your gums. Our laser treatment gently removes the bacteria and plaque around the gums and teeth and promotes gum reattachment.

What are Periodontics?

Periodontics is the field of dentistry that involves the gums and soft tissue. Because gum disease is the number one cause of tooth loss and occurs in nearly half of all adults, periodontal treatment often involves diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Periodontal treatment is critical for improving the look and feel of your entire mouth. This type of treatment can be needed regardless of age, and is crucial to improving your oral health.

Why is Periodontics needed?

Most often, periodontics is needed when you have gum disease. There are a variety of gum disease treatments available, such as a scaling and root planing, laser therapy as well as the use of clear aligners that can help to deliver medication deep below the gum line. Periodontics may even be needed for other procedures, such as gum recession and the insertion of dental implants.

Who is a candidate for special Periodontal treatment?

We can examine your teeth and gums to determine if periodontal treatment is right for you. Using a small probe, we are able to measure the small pockets around the teeth. If these pockets are very deep, we may recommend that you begin periodontal disease, or gum disease, treatment. With early treatment, you are able to put an end to gum disease and the tooth loss that often comes with it.

What happens during treatment of Periodontics?

For periodontal disease treatment, we will typically examine the gums to determine the level of disease and the best course of treatment. For gingivitis, you can prevent progression of the condition with proper oral hygiene habits at home. This includes proper brushing, daily flossing and regular trips into the office for a professional dental cleaning. For patients who already have gum disease, there are many treatment options available up to and including surgery. Other periodontal procedures include implants and soft tissue grafting as a way to enhance and improve your smile.

If you would like to come into the office for periodontal treatment, call us today so that we can get you in as soon as possible.

Laser Periodontal Treatment in Turlock, CA at Turlock Dental Care

During our laser periodontal treatment, we gently remove the infected and inflamed tissue around your gums. Our laser uses a light that is minimally invasive and does not cause pain or irritation. Periodontal disease treatment helps to heal your gums and prevent the gums from pulling away in the future. The treatment allows our doctors to only treat the affected areas and leave healthy gum tissue untouched. Patients can relax in the exam chair during the treatment while our doctors restore their gums. Our gum disease treatment can help you get back to feeling healthy again.

Benefits of Periodontal Laser Treatment

Laser periodontal treatment provides many benefits and can help restore your smile. We recommend patients keep up with good oral hygiene habits after their gum treatment to ensure their gums stay healthy and free of bacteria and plaque. Turlock Dental Care makes treating gum disease easy, and our state-of-the-art technology and welcoming environment make every experience positive. Choosing Turlock Dental Care for your periodontal therapy will leave you with a happy and healthy smile.

Laser Treatment Benefits

• Gentle and minimally invasive treatment.
• Short recovery time.
• Laser light is flexible and easily adjusted.
• Restores gums and promotes reattachment.
• Minimal bleeding.
• Effective in cleaning out bacteria and plaque from gums.
• Is an affordable treatment.

Are You Experiencing Symptoms of Gum Disease and Want To Learn More?

If you have irritated or painful gums and are interested in finding out how you can benefit from laser periodontal treatment for gum disease, contact Turlock Dental Care. Our team of friendly doctors and staff listen to our patients and will create a customized treatment plan that works for you. Turlock Dental Care offers flexible financing and payment options, as well as an in-house savings plan for our patients. Talk to one of our representatives to find out more.

To schedule your appointment with us, contact Turlock Dental Care, serving Turlock, Hilmar, Modesto, CA and beyond, and our friendly staff will be happy to assist you.

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