Overcome Infection and Inflammation of the Gums with Gum Disease Treatment
Millions of Americans suffer from gum disease caused by an overgrowth of harmful oral bacteria. When left to thrive, gum disease damages the mouth’s soft tissues and destroys the bone that supports teeth. Good news! Periodontal disease is easily treatable, especially when spotted early. If you suspect gum disease in Trenton, Michigan, please schedule an appointment with JSP Dental for treatment.
Signs of gum disease
The early symptoms of gum disease aren’t always easy for the untrained eye to recognize. That’s why it’s essential to keep up with bi-annual dental appointments for the dentist to identify and treat gum infections before it’s too late.
While gum disease is a “silent thief” of your healthy smile, you can stay ahead of this problem by keeping an eye on its symptoms.
Common symptoms of gum disease include:
- Gum swelling and redness
- Bleeding gums
- Tender gums
- Painful chewing
The above symptoms are common for gingivitis — the earliest form of gum disease. At the gingivitis stage, the infection is only at the surface of the gums. However, if you fail to treat gingivitis, it progresses to periodontitis. Periodontitis is bad news for your smile because the infection spreads into the bone and connective tissue, causing irreversible damage.
At this stage, the common symptoms include:
- Gum recession
- Bad breath
- Loose teeth or a wonky bite
- Tooth loss
Gum disease treatment
We diagnose gum disease using a probe that measures the depth of pockets between the teeth and gums. We also use x-rays to determine the amount of bone lost. Depending on the severity of gum disease, possible treatments include:
- Scaling and root planing (SRP): The dentist uses special tools to eliminate plaque and harmful bacteria trapped beneath the gum line. We also smooth out bumpy areas in the tooth roots to discourage the attachment of plaque and unwanted bacteria.
- Antibiotics: We often complement SRP with topical or oral antibiotics to prevent the recurrence of gum infection.
Advanced gum disease may require surgery to eliminate pocket tissues around your gums. Furthermore, you may require grafting services where you have lost significant gum and bone tissue. Whatever the treatment needed, our office will guide you until you achieve your healthy gums.
Gum disease treatment near me
Don’t let gum disease rob your smile of its vigor and health. Instead, call (734) 676-1333 to schedule an appointment with JSP Dental for effective treatment. Our doctors — Drs. Noel Jackson, Sheri Snider, Kristen Parker, and Madison Thomas — can’t wait to restore your smile to what it once was.
