Periodontal disease is a widespread issue, one that impacts over half of adults ages 30 and above. Without care to manage it, you risk not only discomfort, but the risk of adult tooth loss. But our team can help! In today’s blog, Brooklyn Periodontics and Implantology discusses how we treat gum disease for Brooklyn, NY, patients.
The Presence of Periodontal Disease
First, let’s talk about periodontal disease. This can form due to factors that irritate and inflame the gums. For many, this is plaque and tartar buildup caused by poor brushing and flossing and/or a diet high in sugar. Tobacco use could be a factor, as could a family history of the issue or the presence of inflammatory illnesses, such as diabetes. When periodontal disease develops, this can lead to sore, red, and bleeding gums, as well as recession that makes teeth appear long. Without treatment to manage it, you risk the onset of periodontitis and the loss of your teeth. But we can manage the issue and keep your smile whole with our periodontic treatments!
Removing Plaque and Tartar
We could help with a deep cleaning if we catch the issue early. Also known as a scaling and root planing, this involves using an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual pick to remove all plaque and tartar from the teeth and the exposed portions of your tooth roots. We also tackle buildup that is beneath the gums. The process is more involved than a traditional cleaning, and could take one visit or several, and we will numb your smile ahead of time to keep you cozy. We then manage the issue with a traditional cleaning every three to four months afterward.
Laser Treatment
If you have a more severe case of the disease, then we could offer periodontal treatment with advanced laser systems. With options like LANAP and REPAIR, we can gently and comfortably remove diseased tissues and destroy harmful bacteria at the same time, reshaping the gum line and helping bring the issue into a manageable state. We then control it moving forward with preventive treatments, such as cleanings.
If you have any questions about how we manage periodontal disease with our advanced laser systems and preventive measures, or if you have sore and bleeding gums that need attention, then contact our team today to learn more and start your treatment journey. You deserve a smile that looks great and we want to help!
Brooklyn Periodontics Can Manage Your Gum Disease
Our team wants to offer care to keep your inflammation and disease under control! For more details about our periodontic treatment options, then please call Brooklyn Periodontics & Implantology in Brooklyn, NY at (718) 444-3800 today.
