Gum disease is a very important topic in dentistry. Gum disease generally speaking, works silently. Most people that I see that have gum disease are not even aware of it. I like to analogize gum disease to high blood pressure. Very often you don’t know that you have high blood pressure, unless you’re extreme and some symptoms have set in. Otherwise, you have to rely on your doctor to tell you. Gum disease is the same way. It can start like a spot of rust, and just get worse and worse every year. It starts with bleeding gums, bad breath, loose teeth, and it can not only have an impact on you orally, but gum disease is proven to effect you systemically. Gum disease can affect your heart, gum disease can affect children. Baby’s birth weight can be lowered due to gum disease. Gum disease can often, the bacteria, can be transmitted through a kiss. So it’s very important to screen for it and to treat actively. That’s something that we pursue at our office.
Protect Your Oral & Overall Health With Gum Disease Treatment in Oakmont, PA
By brushing and flossing each day and keeping up with your dental checkups every six months, you’re already winning the fight against gum disease! It’s best to treat it before it gets out of hand, and that’s easier when it’s caught early. Even if it has advanced, we can still help you get it under control with gum disease treatment in Oakmont, PA. When you restore your gum health, you’ll have:
- A more attractive, confident smile
- Prevention of bone, gum, and tooth loss
- Improved oral health and function
- Potentially better overall health
- More comfortable biting and chewing
- Pink, healthy gums and fresher breath
- No more painful, bleeding, or tender gums
If you think your gums could be suffering, call us today for your appointment: 412-206-6825.
Care for Your Gums to Prevent Bigger Problems
Diseased gums are not a problem you should ignore. Research has linked gum disease to a number of serious health issues, including heart disease, diabetes, stroke, respiratory infections, and certain types of cancer.
That’s why we always examine your gums as part of your checkup. If we see signs of gum disease, there are two different approaches we can take, depending on your circumstances. Either method may be paired with antibiotic treatment to help kill harmful bacteria:
- Scaling and Root Planing – Our team will rid your gums of plaque, tartar, and bacteria using special precision instruments. We will gently clean the area under your gumline between your teeth roots and gums (scaling). Then we will smooth out the roots (planing) so bacteria have difficulty recollecting there. Ask about methods to make this treatment comfortable for you.
- Laser-Assisted Gum Treatment – To kill harmful bacteria that live below your gums, your dentist can use a thin laser the width of only three human hairs. As a painless alternative to traditional gum surgery, we will gently insert the laser between the tooth roots and gums. It eradicates plaque and bacteria so your gums can begin healing. Best of all, there are no incisions, so you won’t need any stitches.
Call us at 412-206-6825 today for gum disease treatment in Oakmont, PA. Our office is at the corner of Allegheny River Boulevard and College Avenue.
Gum disease treatment is designed to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria from around and under your gumline. Your hygienist or dentist will use special instruments to carefully get your gums back into shape, or they will use a gentle laser to remove damaged gum tissue and seal your gums back at the same time.
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection caused by bacteria in your mouth. Bacteria form a clear, sticky film called plaque that builds up around your gumline, leading to inflamed and infected gums. Left untreated, the infection causes your gums to separate from teeth, creating “pockets” where more bacteria accumulate. In advanced stages of gum disease, the infection spreads from your gums to the bone that supports your teeth. Your teeth will loosen and possibly fall out.
Our team is dedicated to providing you the most comfortable treatment possible. We use a local anesthetic that will numb your gums, so you don’t feel any discomfort. If laser treatment is needed, it is a quick and painless method for eliminating infection from your gums. In addition, laughing gas is available to help you relax during your treatment.