Gum Disease Treatment El Reno
We Can Soothe Your Hurting Gums
Bleeding gums is not something to dismiss. Unfortunately, many individuals do not realize how serious this problem is until it progresses and begins to affect more than just your gum tissue. When gum disease goes untreated, it can become detrimental to your oral and overall health, affecting your teeth, bones, and body. As one of the leading oral health problems among adults in the U.S., dentists like Dr. Parsons and Dr. Jackson aim to deliver quality gum disease treatment for patients in need. If you are concerned about the health of your smile, call us today to schedule an appointment and ask about gum disease treatment in El Reno.
Why Choose El Reno Family Dentistry for Gum Disease Treatment?
- Laser Periodontal Therapy Used
- Dentists with More Than a Decade of Experience
- We Provide Family-Focused Dentistry
What is Gum Disease?
While teeth are more commonly viewed as potential targets of decay and infection, your soft oral tissues are also at risk.
Gum disease occurs when a bacterial infection attacks the soft oral tissues surrounding teeth as well as the underlying bone. What starts as gingivitis (the earliest stage) can quickly progress to advanced periodontitis, which can cause bone loss and various health-related conditions.
Initially, gums may bleed and feel tender to the touch but over time, gum pockets will form, trapping bacteria and causing plaque and tartar to form. Bone will begin to deteriorate, and teeth will start to loosen. If the infection enters the bloodstream, issues of the heart, brain, kidneys, and other vital organs can occur.
Why is Gum Disease So Serious?
Gum disease might not seem like a serious issue; however, the soft oral tissues inside your mouth are essential in keeping your teeth and tooth roots from being exposed to harmful bacteria. However, when attacked by particles that infect the tissue and break down the bone, it can have a negative effect on your overall health and well-being.
Not only will your oral anatomy suffer as a result of tooth loss, but you can begin to experience respiratory issues, complications from diabetes, dementia and/or Alzheimer’s, and even stroke or heart attack.
This is why many dentists state that the mouth is a gateway to the rest of the body. If a problem occurs among the teeth and gums, there is a good chance it will begin to manifest in other ways, causing issues in various organs.
Scaling & Root Planing
To rid the mouth of plaque and tartar, our team at El Reno Family Dentistry can perform what is known as scaling and root planing. This two-step process is commonly referred to as deep cleaning and is highly effective in treating gum disease. While scaling involves the removal of plaque above and below the gumline, root planing works to smooth out the tooth roots so that bacteria do not easily reattach in the future.
Laser Periodontal Treatment
Another effective way to combat gum disease is with laser periodontal treatment. Using our Picasso laser, we can target pockets of bacteria that are too deep to reach with other specialized instruments. Its concentrated beam of light eliminates these harmful particles so that it does not continue to spread. And the best part is that healthy tissue remains untouched.