Gum Disease Treatment – Fort Worth, TX
Revitalize Your Gums for a Healthy Mouth
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, gum disease is one of the most common oral health problems in the United States. Once the disease sets in, it can be very difficult, if not impossible, to care for your smile on your own. Without timely treatment, this issue can develop and eventually cause permanent damage to your mouth, such as tooth loss and jawbone deterioration. That’s why, at Drennan Family Dentistry, we strive to provide effective, individualized periodontal treatment to reverse the symptoms and preserve your smile.
Why Choose Drennan Family Dentistry for Gum Disease Treatment?
- Highly Experienced Dental Staff
- State-Of-The-Art Laser Gum Disease Treatment
- Personalized Periodontal Procedures
What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an infection resulting from a buildup of oral bacteria. Over time, as plaque and food particles sit between your teeth, they feed bacterial plaque, which allows it to multiply. Once this bacterium has entered your gums, it begins a gradual process that starts with gingivitis and develops into periodontitis. While early gum disease symptoms can be reversed, once it develops it can only be managed with a combination of personal and professional care.
Symptoms of Gum Disease
Gum disease is hard to spot until you begin to show symptoms. Here’s what you can look for to see if you might have developed the disease:
Signs of Gingivitis
- Red or swollen gums that bleed when brushed or flossed.
- Chronic bad breath that doesn’t seem to go away, even after oral hygiene.
- Tenderness or discomfort in your gumline.
- Gum recession that has begun to expose the roots of your teeth.
Signs of Periodontitis
- Loose or lost teeth.
- Pain while chewing.
- Gum recession that has caused tooth sensitivity due to severity.
- A sudden change in your bite.
- Your dentures no longer fit properly.
How Do We Treat Gum Disease?
We begin all our gum disease treatments with a consultation to determine your condition's severity. Once we assess your mouth, we’ll lay out your treatment options to decide the best fit for your case. We offer both scaling & root planing as well as laser treatment. Both procedures have a long and successful track record of helping our patients reverse or manage their gum disease symptoms.
Scaling & Root Planing
If you’re showing common signs of gum disease, we’ll likely recommend scaling and root planing, also known as deep cleaning. During the first part of this process, our team will clear the area above and below your gumline of all plaque and tartar buildup to control the presence of harmful oral bacteria. Then, we’ll smooth out the roots of your teeth to allow your gums to healthily reattach and protect the previously affected area.
Laser Periodontal Treatment
We offer an innovative laser gum treatment that utilizes a Diode laser to reduce the disease-causing bacteria below the gums. Laser treatment is highly effective because the beam targets only the damaged or unhealthy areas, leaving healthy bone and tissue untouched. This procedure can be done the same day during your hygiene appointment and is safe for nearly any patient that has bleeding gums or active gum disease. Laser treatment can also be used to treat ulcers (canker sores), TMJ pain, and sensitivity caused by gum recession.
