Prevent and Treat Gum Disease With Us
Good dental hygiene includes attentive care of your teeth and gums. But sometimes, gums need extra help.
At Peppermint Dental & Orthodontics McKinney, we want to help you prevent and treat gum disease before it deteriorates your smile. So, at every visit, our team checks for signs of gingivitis, the earliest stage of periodontitis. Catching and addressing it right away can help save you from potential tooth loss and extensive treatment.
The important thing to remember is that no mouth is hopeless! Even if you already have gum disease, our Peppermint Dental & Orthodontics team can help. Call to schedule an assessment as soon as possible. You’ll be glad you did.
Many people experience anxiety or shame around dental care—but rest assured, we’ve seen it all and we won’t judge. Don’t suffer from gum disease and deteriorating teeth. Let our team help.
What Is Gum Disease?
Periodontal disease, also known as gingivitis in its early stages, is caused by harmful bacteria in plaque that can damage the soft tissues in your mouth. Signs of this disease include red, swollen, or bleeding gums. If caught early, we can help reverse the damage. If detected late, we offer effective restorative dentistry procedures to restore your mouth to a healthy state. Our team in McKinney, TX can help you maintain strong, disease-free teeth and gums through regular examinations, cleanings, and specialized interventions for periodontal disease if necessary.
Benefits of Deep Cleanings
Although deep cleanings cannot cure periodontal disease, they can help slow or stop its progression. These cleanings may also reduce the need for surgical intervention in the future and often result in swollen, bleeding gums becoming healthy and pink again.
If you have gum disease, we may suggest incorporating deep cleanings and periodontal maintenance checkups into your regular dental visits.
Overview of Periodontal Treatments
The management of periodontal disease involves a range of treatments beyond deep cleanings. Periodontal therapy focuses on improving the health of the gum tissue that supports your teeth. In cases of severe gum recession caused by gum disease, gum grafting may be necessary to restore the gum tissue and protect tooth roots. Topical antibacterial or antibiotic solutions may also be used to address bacterial infections in the tissues.
For patients with advanced or complex periodontal disease, a periodontist may be recommended. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in treating gum disease and other oral soft tissue issues. They undergo additional training in periodontics after completing a general dental degree, making them experts in gum disease and its associated risks and symptoms. If you have advanced gum disease, a periodontist may work with your regular dentist to develop a treatment plan to manage and improve your condition.