Keeping Your Gums Healthy and Your Teeth Safe
Poor brushing and flossing habits don’t just affect your teeth; they can also give oral bacteria a chance to infect your gums. Periodontal disease (also known as gum disease) might seem relatively harmless early on, but if it reaches the advanced stage of periodontitis, you could be in serious danger of tooth loss, and you could even be at risk for systemic health problems such as heart disease. Concerned about your gum health? Call us today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kung for periodontal therapy in Plano, TX.
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Periodontal Therapy?
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Scaling & Root Planing
Pockets tend to form between your teeth and gums as gum disease progresses. In order to remove bacteria from these pockets and ensure that your mouth has a chance to heal, we can perform a deep cleaning. The first step is scaling, which is where we remove plaque and tartar from your teeth as well as the space beneath the gum line. We can then perform root scaling, which simply means smoothing out the rough surfaces of the root so that bacteria can’t easily reattach themselves later.
Preventing Gum Disease
While we can help you control your gum disease, it’s generally best to avoid it altogether. To prevent gum disease, you should:
Brush your teeth at least twice a day to remove food debris and plaque trapped in your mouth.
Floss daily to clean the areas between your teeth.
Swish with mouthwash to reduce the level of plaque in your mouth.
Be aware of risk factors for gum disease such as age and tobacco use.
Periodontal Therapy FAQ's
- Healthy gums should be pink and firm. If your gums appear red, swollen or tender to the touch, it may be a sign of gum inflammation, which is common in gum disease.
- If your gums bleed easily during brushing, flossing, or eating, it can be an early sign of gum disease. Healthy gums should not bleed.
- If you notice that your gums are pulling away from the teeth, exposing more of the tooth's root, it may indicate gum disease.
- If you notice sudden changes in your bite or how your dentures fit, it could be a sign of gum disease and subsequent bone loss.
