Treatment to Restore Oral Health
Whether you’ve just noticed your gums look red and bleed easily, or you’ve been experiencing more concerning symptoms, such as gum recession or chronic bad breath, it’s important to seek an evaluation. Gum disease is an incurable condition and the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, so timely treatment is necessary to restore your smile to proper function and health. Otherwise, it will damage more than your gums, teeth, and bone—it can compromise your health, too. When symptoms show, or to prevent them altogether, visit our dentists at BayView Dental Associates for an evaluation and treatment. Our gum disease treatment in Sarasota, FL is the first step toward returning your mouth and body to better overall health!
Gum Disease Warning Signs
- Tender, inflamed, or bleeding gums
- Persistent bad breath (halitosis)
- Loose, shifting teeth
- Toothaches
- Receding gums
Targeted Treatment for Gum Disease
The great news is that gum disease is preventable—and curable at an early stage! Just be sure to brush and floss your teeth and have regular professional teeth cleanings and checkups. If you do require care for gum disease, we’re the team to trust. We provide various types of gum disease treatment in Sarasota, FL, depending on the severity of your case and the stage of gum disease you’re in. We’ll begin with a consultation that includes an oral examination.
Our dentist will assess your current oral health and provide you with a customized treatment plan that reflects your unique needs. Depending on your treatment and your anxiety level we may offer calming sedation dentistry to guarantee you’re comfortable throughout your visit. With proper treatment, maintenance, and good oral health habits, gum disease doesn’t have to damage your smile again. Most importantly, a smile free from bacteria and infection helps you live an overall healthy lifestyle!
Key Gum Disease Treatments
Scaling and Root Planing
A non-surgical treatment, scaling and root planing is often the first procedure in the fight against gum disease. Scaling removes the bacterial plaque from above and below the gumline. Root planing smooths the tooth surfaces to encourage healthy tissue reattachment and protection against future infection.
Osseous Surgery
Osseous surgery is the most aggressive treatment for advanced gum disease in Sarasota, FL. It involves removing the diseased gum tissue and repairing the damaged bone to restore support to the teeth. This surgery also removes the bacteria and calculus trapped in the deep pockets between the teeth.
Periodontal Maintenance
Once gum disease has been comprehensively treated, periodontal maintenance is recommended to ensure it does not return. This procedure is completed every 3-4 months and involves a deep cleaning of the teeth at and below the gum line to remove bacteria and plaque accumulation. These deep cleanings will replace your regularly scheduled hygiene appointments.
