151 Ridge Point Pkwy Ste 400, Keller, TX 76248
Gum Disease Treatment Keller TX
Caring for Your Teeth and Gums
Gum disease, a leading cause of tooth loss, can develop in your mouth without you even realizing it. Early infections can be reversed with good oral hygiene and routine cleanings, but without proper treatment, the consequences of gum disease will worsen over time. Dr. Shallu offers various methods to diagnose gum disease and restore your oral health. If you notice bleeding or swollen gums, contact us to learn how you can preserve your smile with gum disease treatment in Keller TX.
Why Choose Ridgepoint Dental Keller for Gum Disease Treatment?
Dentist with Gentle Touch
Options for Stress-Free Sedation
Modern Technology for Advanced Treatment Planning
Scaling & Root Planing
To effectively treat gum disease, it is crucial to eliminate the bacteria responsible for the infection. This bacteria tends to accumulate in the pockets that develop between the teeth and gums as the gum tissue recedes. Through a process known as "deep cleaning," we can remove the plaque and tartar that have built up in and around these pockets. By scaling, we scrape away the harmful substances, and then we smooth the tooth roots with root planing to promote gum reattachment.
Antibiotic Therapy
It takes more than a single treatment to stop the development of gum disease; after scaling and root planing have been performed, we can place an antibiotic called ARESTIN in the pockets. The medication will be released from their microspheres very gradually over the course of several weeks. That means that it can actively fight against oral bacteria for an extended period of time, which should give your mouth time to heal. The length of antibiotic therapy will depend on both the complexity and severity of your case.
