Periodontal disease can be treated in the early stages to stop discomfort and avoid tooth loss. But what do we do in those early stages to safeguard your smile? In today’s blog, Brooklyn Periodontics and Implantology talks about handling gum disease in the earliest stages with deep cleanings and more.
The Causes and Warning Signs
How does a smile develop periodontal disease, and how do we know when to seek treatment? For some, causes could be rooted in factors that create plaque and tartar buildup, such as a diet high in sugar and poor brushing and flossing habits. A lack of regular dental cleanings could be a factor too. As the layers remain on the teeth, they irritate and inflame the gums, causing gingivitis and eventually, periodontal disease. Other factors include tobacco use, inflammatory illnesses, such as diabetes, and a family history of poor gum health.
You should see us right away when you experience symptoms like soreness and redness in the gums, as well as bleeding and recession.
Deep Cleanings
If we see you in the early stages of the disease, we could offer help with a deep cleaning, a process also known as a scaling and root planing. Our team will gently numb your smile with a local anesthetic, and then use an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual tool to gently and thoroughly break up and remove plaque and tartar from the teeth. We also remove the buildup from the exposed roots and from under the gums as well.
Since this is a more involved procedure, this could take one visit or several, it all depends on the extent of your inflammation. Our team will complete the process by polishing your teeth too, which not only offers a brighter appearance, but can help limit the ability for plaque and tartar to accumulate.
Holistic and Preventive Treatments
Following your deep cleaning, we want to help manage periodontal disease so you avoid symptoms and the risk of periodontitis and tooth loss in the months and years to come. With a series of holistic and preventive treatments, we can help control disease and keep your smile beautiful and contact! For some, this could mean Supportive Periodontal Maintenance to remove plaque and tartar buildup from the teeth every three to four months. We could also discuss special medications and even Oxygen Therapy to control harmful bacteria. Our team also takes time to talk to you about better oral hygiene routines at home.
Brooklyn Periodontics Can Manage Periodontal Disease
Our team wants to help take on periodontal issues to safeguard your smile for years to come. For more details about periodontic dentistry, then please call Brooklyn Periodontics & Implantology in Brooklyn, NY at (718) 444-3800 today.
