What is Gum Disease?
Periodontal (gum) disease is insidious. It is an infection of the gums that starts out as plaque, an opaque film on the teeth, and later hardens to form tartar. As tartar accumulates, it harbors bacteria that attack the soft tissue around the teeth. This is the early stage of gum disease known as Gingivitis. Left untreated, Gingivitis becomes Periodontitis. Periodontitis ultimately destroys the tissue surrounding your teeth and the bone that holds your teeth in place. Bad breath and bleeding gums, are the few early warning signals. The disease advances silently, often without pain, and before you know it, you are losing your teeth and you don't know why. |
When your gums become diseased...
Your entire immune system is weakened. After complete assessment of your periodontal status, our hygienists and dentist will create your specific recall program and give you the tricks for caring for your gums and teeth. In the past, fear of painful dental surgery has kept people with gum disease from seeking the care they needed. Well, those days are gone forever. Not only do we offer non-surgical treatments for gum disease, but our latest advancements and high end pain-management strategies will leave you smiling! |
Oral Sedation
If Nitrous Oxide is not right for you, your dentist may provide you will oral sedation. With oral sedation, you will take a special medication before your procedure. This mediation will make you feel sleepy and relaxed throughout your appointment. Oral sedation is often paired with local anesthetic to enhance your comfort, keep scrolling to learn more! |
How to Prevent Gum Disease
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