Periodontal disease is the most common dental health issue in the U.S., impacting more than 70% of people aged 65 and older, to some degree.
In addition to age, contributing factors that can increase your risk of gum disease include poor oral hygiene and/or nutrition, tobacco use, genetics, stress, teeth clenching (bruxism) and specific systemic diseases. Gum disease is caused by bacterial plaque and associated toxins that can turn into tartar (calculus) if not adequately removed. Early-stage periodontal disease called gingivitis can cause inflammation, bleeding gums and gum infection.
If gum disease progresses unchecked, you may develop periodontitis, advanced gum disease associated with formation of periodontal pockets and eventual tooth loss.
If gum disease progresses unchecked, you may develop periodontitis, advanced gum disease associated with formation of periodontal pockets and eventual tooth loss.
At Pearl Dental Group in Baton Rouge, LA, our dentists and hygienists emphasize the important role early detection and gum disease treatment play in preventive dentistry. If you’re experiencing red, swollen or tender gums that bleed when you brush, we encourage you to schedule gum disease treatment in Baton Rouge, LA to protect your smile, oral health and systemic health. We partner with multiple insurance companies and offer third-party financing so that deductibles or co-pays don’t become a barrier to seeking prompt gum disease.
At Pearl Dental Group in Baton Rouge, we offer targeted gum disease treatments to help you achieve healthier gums and a confident smile. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, can lead to symptoms like bleeding gums, bad breath, gum recession, and even tooth loss if left untreated. Our experienced dentists use advanced techniques, including deep cleanings, scaling and root planing, and laser therapy, to effectively treat gum disease at its source. By addressing gum infections early, we can preserve your natural teeth, prevent further complications, and improve your overall oral health. If you’re experiencing signs of gum disease, don’t wait—schedule a FREE consultation at Pearl Dental Group today and let us restore your gum health with expert care.
If our dentist determines you have gum disease, the first line gingivitis treatment in Baton Rouge, LA is a procedure called scaling and root planing. This is a deep cleaning focused specifically on the gums and roots of your teeth. During this procedure, your dental hygienist removes any plaque and bacteria from below your gumline, then gently smooths out the tooth roots. This reduces the likelihood of plaque and bacteria impacting your gums in the future and lowers the risk of reinfection.
If our dentist determines you have gum disease, the first line gingivitis treatment in Baton Rouge, LA is a procedure called scaling and root planing. This is a deep cleaning focused specifically on the gums and roots of your teeth. During this procedure, Dr. Bruni removes any plaque and bacteria from below your gumline, then gently smooths out the tooth roots. This reduces the likelihood of plaque and bacteria impacting your gums in the future and lowers the risk of reinfection.
A few months after scaling and root planing, bacterial plaque can cause gum disease to recur. We recommend periodontal maintenance with deeper cleanings every three to four months to help keep your gums and teeth healthy. The severity of your gum disease, response to other soft tissue procedures, plaque growth rate and oral care at home will help our team determine how often you’ll need this done.
This surgical procedure is performed to gain access to diseased root and bone areas, remove bacteria and infected gum tissue and reduce pockets. After the local anesthetic and optional sedation have taken effect, our dentist makes an incision at your gumline and then folds back the gums to clean out bacteria. If any of the exposed bone is damaged or shaped irregularly, smoothing it out reduces the risk of bacteria growth causing reinfection. If your bone is significantly damaged, we offer plasma-rich growth factors and fibrin to enhance the healing process. Then your gums are sutured back into place and covered with dental dressing.
During a gingivectomy in Baton Rouge, LA, diseased gum tissue is removed and/or reshaped to eliminate deep periodontal pockets that make it difficult to access and remove tartar. A gingivectomy is typically done before gum disease has damaged bone supporting your teeth. Removing the pocket walls provides greater visibility and accessibility to thoroughly remove tartar and smooth the tooth roots. While a gingivectomy was initially developed to treat gum disease, it can be done as a cosmetic procedure to reshape gums or to enable placement of a restoration.
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