Do you notice changes to your gums, such as redness or even bleeding when you brush or floss? Once symptoms like these arise, you likely have periodontal disease in a stage that requires immediate attention. With periodontic care, your Brooklyn, NY, periodontist and implant expert can help keep your smile whole!
The Causes of Periodontal Disease
What causes gum disease in the first place? The disease begins when inflammation, also known as gingivitis, enables harmful disease-causing bacteria to enter exposed pockets along the gum line. Then inflammation could be due to factors like plaque and tartar buildup, which itself is caused by poor brushing and flossing habits and a diet high in sugar. Other factors include tobacco use, a family history of the disease, inflammatory illnesses, or the use of certain medications. The inflammation then causes the tissue to eventually pull away from the teeth.
The Warning Signs to Be Aware Of
Now that you know the common cause, how do you know when to make an appointment with our team for periodontic treatment? Warning signs of the issues could vary, but may include issues like sore and red gums. There could be bleeding when you brush and floss too. Others may report recession, as the tissues pull away and expose portions of the roots, which makes teeth appear longer and causes tooth sensitivity. When these common warning signs occur, we hope you will see us right for a diagnosis and to discuss treatment, which could include advanced dental lasers!
Starting Your Treatment Journey
Once our team examines your smile and obtains a clear diagnosis with advanced imaging technology, we can plan treatment. For minor cases, we could conduct a deep cleaning, known as a scaling and root planing, in which we remove harmful plaque tartar for the teeth and roots. We then manage the issue with cleanings and other preventive actions.
For more severe cases, we may employ advanced dental laser systems to gently trim away the diseased tissues and destroy harmful pockets of bacteria. The lasers can provide treatment with care and comfort, and limit the risk of complications afterward. You heal quickly! We can also discuss treatments like Platelet Rich Plasma to help ensure healing in the connective tissues and underlying bone structure as needed.
If you hance any questions about our periodontic treatment options, or if you need to schedule an appointment, then contact our office today to get started!
Schedule Your Periodontic Visit with the Team at Brooklyn Periodontics
Our team is ready to offer care for your gum health, so you can smile without hesitation. For more information on how we treat issues related to your gum health, please call Brooklyn Periodontics & Implantology in Brooklyn, NY at (718) 444-3800 today.
