GUM HEALTH – PERIODONTAL DISEASE
Same as dental health, gum health is also a vital part of having a beautiful smile. However, periodontal or gum disease can affect the health of your gums if left untreated.
Periodontal disease is an infection that gradually progresses within the gums. When plaque deposits on the teeth, it can turn into a hardened substance called tartar, which breeds bacteria. If left untreated, these bacteria can destroy the teeth, gums, and underlying bone structure, causing discomfort and potential tooth loss. The impairment caused by the disease is usually painless or does not show symptoms even in advanced stages.
Gum Disease – Treatment
The primary focus of gum disease treatment is to control the condition’s progression, alleviate its symptoms, and promote reattachment of strong and sound gums to teeth. At Ascend Dental Design, our experienced dental experts plan a comprehensive range of treatments depending on the stage of the patient’s disease and their overall health. These include:
- Scaling and root planing
- Antibiotic medications
- Soft tissue grafts
- Bone grafting
- Guided tissue regeneration
- Tissue-stimulating proteins
- Periodontal flap surgery
- Osseous surgery
- Ridge augmentations
- Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation