Over time, the buildup of plaque and tartar can lead to bad breath, teeth stains, and even cavities. But did you know the same buildup can also increase the risk of gum disease? In today’s blog, your Brooklyn, NY, periodontist and implant expert talks about how we can help safeguard your smile with a traditional and deep cleaning.
The Warning Signs of Gum Disease
How do you know when your gums are in danger? When people develop periodontal disease, they could experience sore and red gums. There could be bleeding when you brush and floss too. As the gums recede, this could make teeth appear longer than usual too. Without treatment, the disease could cause painful symptoms and increase the risk of adult tooth loss. But our team can help manage the issue in the early stages with a cleansing, removing harmful plaque and tartar buildup.
Traditional Dental Cleanings
A traditional dental cleaning is offered by your general dentist every six months to control harmful buildup and keep the gums healthy. Our team could also offer these, or Supportive Periodontal Maintenance, following laser treatment to manage the disease and keep your smile healthy and strong. Our team will use an ultrasonic scaling device, which emits gentle vibrations, to remove plaque and tartar buildup. We then use a manual pick to remove more stubborn portions of tartar. We then polish the teeth for a brighter appearance and to help limit buildup on the teeth in between visits.
Scaling and Root Planing
If we catch the disease in the early stages, we may offer a deep cleaning known as a scaling and root planing. The procerus uses the same tools as a traditional cleaning, but we also remove buildup from the roots and beneath the gums too. This is more vulnerable and could take more than one visit. We will numb your smile beforehand to keep you comfortable. We again complicate the process by polishing your teeth. Afterward, we may suggest traditional cleanings every three to four months to control buildup and keep your smile healthy and disease in check.
If you have any questions about how we protect smiles by removing harmful buildup from your teeth and roots, or if you would like to schedule a consultation with our team, then contact our office today to get started.
Schedule Your Periodontal Consultation with Brooklyn Periodontics
We want to offer treatment to address and manage your disease, so you can enjoy better oral health and a complete smile. With care, you can avoid complications like adult tooth loss and bleeding gums. For more information on boosting your overall gum health, please call Brooklyn Periodontics & Implantology in Brooklyn, NY at (718) 444-3800 today.
