Periodontal disease or gum disease is something that can get out of hand quite quickly. You know, it’s easy to remediate and easy to fix. And there’s ways that we try to address that. And there’s multiple treatments, whether you just need a regular cleaning to address your gingivitis that you might have. You haven’t had your teeth cleaned in a year or something. But then there’s other options like what’s called a deep cleaning. And that’s where we have to go below the gum line and clean up any what’s called calculus that’s on the teeth. And it’s important to get this done and get this cleaned because that can start to…you start to lose your teeth that way. Also, there’s a big link between periodontal disease or gum disease and heart disease and Alzheimer’s, things like that. And so if we’re able to address that and get you moving in the right direction, then that’s what we’re here for. And a lot of people think it’s hard, but it’s an easy thing to fix and reverse and then get you moving in the right direction.
Take Action to Fight Periodontal Problems
At Bautsch Family Dentistry, we’ve been restoring smiles for more than 40 years. You can trust us with your more urgent dental needs. If you have gum disease, there’s no reason to wait to seek treatment. We use advanced treatment techniques to revive your gum health. During your appointment, we can do a few things for you:
- Scaling – This is a done to remove tartar buildup along and below your gumline. This is a deeper cleaning than you would get at a regular checkup.
- Root Planing – This process smooths the surface of your tooth roots. This makes it easier for your gum tissue to reattach to your teeth.
- Oral Irrigation – This will help rinse out the bacteria in your gums to reduce your risk for a recurring infection.
We also educate you on ways you can improve your dental health. We’ll give you tips on cleaning your teeth more thoroughly at home, recommend products you can use, and more. If you feel nervous about treatment, laughing gas is available.
Spot the Signs of Gum Disease
At our general dental office, we have cared for countless patients in need of periodontal treatment. If you spot the signs of gum disease, you’ll want to visit us for an appointment. You may notice these symptoms at home:
- Gums that bleed while flossing or brushing
- Gums that are red, swollen, or both
- Bad breath that won’t go away
- Gums that are pulling away from your teeth
- Gums that feel tender or sore
- Teeth that feel loose
Call us at 281-612-6434 if you need non-surgical gum disease treatment in Kingwood, TX. You can also request an appointment online.