Systematic Treatment of Periodontal Disease

RED HOOK, N.Y. - Jan. 20, 2023 - PRLog -- Gum or periodontal disease affects the gums and can progress quickly if not checked. It occurs in stages with the first one being gingivitis, characterized by irritation, swelling, and redness of the gums. The infection continues to worsen to become severe, where it can result in bone loss and tooth loss.

People with the disease have red, swollen gums and other symptoms such as bleeding gums, and pus formation in its advanced stage. A dentist in Maspeth will treat periodontal disease depending on its stage and how you respond to previous treatments.

Nonsurgical Treatments

If periodontal disease is mild or moderate, a dentist considers nonsurgical options such as antibiotics as well as scaling and root planing. The dentist prescribes oral antibiotics that help in fighting the infection. Topical antibiotics may also be prescribed, and they are placed underneath the gums where they target the infected area.

The dentist may conduct deep dental cleaning in a procedure known as scaling and root planning. In this procedure, the dentist sweeps away the bacteria lodged deep underneath the gumline. The dentist also smoothens the teeth' roots to eradicate dents and rough areas where bacteria and plaque accumulate.

Surgical Treatments

When non-surgical interventions don't seem to do the trick, a dentist may consider surgical treatments. The dentist may perform flap surgery where the gum tissue is lifted to allow thorough cleaning of the teeth roots. Dental bone grafts may be done if there is extensive bone loss. If the gum tissue has pulled away from the teeth, the dentist can perform gum grafts to rebuild it and stop gum recession.

Regular brushing and flossing help in preventing gum disease. If you notice that you have inflamed, tender gums, or are bleeding when brushing, visit a dental office for evaluation and periodontal treatment in Ridgewood, NY at Mamkin Dentistry.

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