Maintain a Healthier, More Confident Smile with Periodontal Disease Treatment

The leading cause of gum disease is plaque, which builds up because of poor oral hygiene. When you fail to brush and floss your teeth effectively, food debris mixes with saliva and harmful bacteria to form dental plaque. 

Plaque grows over time and calcifies into tartar that can only be removed by a dentist. Plaque and tartar (dental calculus) contain harmful bacteria that irritate gums, causing gingivitis, the earliest form of gum disease. 

Besides poor oral hygiene, other factors that can trigger gum disease include: 

• Hormonal imbalances, especially during menopause or pregnancy
• Tobacco use
• Poor genetics
• Stress
• Certain medications, including immunosuppressants
• Dry mouth syndrome (xerostomia) 
• Medical conditions like diabetes

Gum disease can occur even with good oral hygiene. That’s why it’s essential to visit your dentist regularly. We’ll evaluate your risk exposure and create a personalized plan to protect your smile against periodontal disease.

Dr. Naik uses a conservative approach to gum disease treatment. If you have gingivitis, we recommend standard cleanings and good oral hygiene to reverse the infection. However, advanced gum disease may need further intervention with deep teeth cleaning that involves: 

• Scaling: The dentist uses special tools to remove plaque and tartar from the deep periodontal pockets. The objective is to halt the progression of gum disease. 
• Root planing: We smooth the root surfaces of your teeth to discourage future buildup of harmful bacteria. Planing also encourages gum tissues to reattach to your teeth. 

Deep teeth cleaning may require more than one visit, depending on the extent of infection. We also administer the procedure under anesthesia to ensure a comfortable experience. Unlike standard cleanings, deep teeth cleanings are a clinical procedure recommended when gum disease is present. Without it, the condition progresses and causes irreversible damage.