Gum Disease Treatment – Springfield, NJ
Address Periodontal Problems to Enhance Your Oral Health
Did you know gum disease is the number one leading cause of tooth loss? The earliest form starts off small and can often be stopped or reversed with an improved at-home dental hygiene routine. However, you’ll need professional intervention to treat it if it progresses and puts your smile at risk.
Thankfully, our Skyline Dental Team can address periodontal problems to enhance your oral health. Continue reading to learn more about our specific services, and feel free to contact us for additional information!
Why Choose Skyline Dental for Gum Disease Treatment?
- Advanced Technology to Enhance Patient Comfort
- Dentists with 20+ Years of Combined Experience
- Member of the American Dental Association
What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease occurs when bacteria in your mouth penetrate your connective tissues to cause inflammation and infection. The CDC estimates that this common concern affects about 47.2% of American adults who are 30 years or older, equating to about 64.7 million people.
There are two main kinds, outlined in more detail below:
- This is the earliest stage of gum disease and is easy to miss because it doesn’t always exhibit noticeable symptoms until it worsens. It’s more likely to respond to diligent brushing and flossing and/or a professional cleaning with our team in Springfield.
- If gingivitis goes unaddressed, it’s likely to progress into this more advanced stage. Treatments are intended to manage your condition and preserve your teeth and gums because there’s no permanent cure.
You are more likely to develop periodontal problems if you use tobacco products or smoke, have other medical conditions like diabetes or heart problems, take medications that dry your mouth out, don’t practice regular dental hygiene, or have hormonal changes as a result of pregnancy or other conditions.
Symptoms of Gum Disease
Several potential early indicators can let you know you’ve developed gingivitis, such as:
As it progresses, you might notice additional symptoms, like:
How Do We Treat Gum Disease?
Before proceeding, you must consult with one of our providers in Springfield so they can examine your current condition. Then, they might recommend one of the following treatment options based on their findings and your unique circumstances:
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Scaling & Root Planing
This two-part process typically requires two separate visits to complete from start to finish. At your initial appointment, our team will use specialized instruments to remove stubborn plaque and bacteria from your enamel carefully. We’ll reach deep into the pockets of your gums to eradicate germs hiding there.
We’ll schedule a separate procedure at a different time to gently smooth out the surface of the roots of your teeth, which encourages gum tissue to reattach to anchor them in place.
Antibiotic Treatment
Our team can also target small pockets of bacteria below the surface of your gums and between your teeth with antibiotics. This involves placing medication (typically Arestin) directly onto your connective tissues that dries in place and slowly dissolves over a few days. As it seeps down, it cleans out deep-seated bacteria.
Perio® Flow
This procedure utilizes a small handheld device containing a small nozzle that directs a concentrated stream of water. This can gently pressure-wash along your gumline to remove plaque and germs. This is a quick and comfortable way to target specific areas of gum disease that have become problematic.