Fight Back Against Periodontal Disease

When you think about your smile, your teeth are probably the first things to come to mind. But without strong and vigorous gum tissue, it’s tough to keep them safe from harm. So, if you have started to notice redness or swelling along your gumline, then it’s time to talk to your dentist about improving your periodontal health. Because when gums become infected, they have a much more difficult time safeguarding your smile. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss, too.

Our North Texas team at Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX understands the value of a quality smile. That’s why we help so many Metroplex mouths stay safe through consistent checkups, restoration when you need it, and more. Periodontal disease is a major concern in oral health offices around the country and beyond, so take the time for your next biannual dental checkup. While you are in the dental chair for a cleaning and an examination, we can take detailed measurements of your gum tissue to see where you could use some help. Then, through ultrasonic scaling, we can remove plaque and tartar, even below the gumline.

Your gums play an active role in keeping your smile strong. Schedule your next cleaning and examination at Gentle Smiles and let’s fight back against periodontal disease.

Your Gum Health Is Essential

Brushing your teeth is a must, and if you’re not flossing every single day, then it’s time to start. Bacteria are always trying to cause problems within your mouth, and they leave behind harmful biofilm called plaque, which is what you brush away. If this material is left, it calcifies into a harder form called calculus (tartar).

Plaque and tartar can start to build up at and below the gumline. When it does, it can cause irritation that causes redness and swelling. If this infection continues, periodontal tissue pulls back from its normal location, exposing vulnerable areas.

Ultrasonic Scaling And Root Planing Fights Back

So, if you have started to notice a change in your gumline, what can you do? Well, at your next biannual dental checkup, we can take detailed measurements of your gum tissue to see where your smile could use some help. This is a great first step in fighting periodontal disease.

Our office fights back against gingivitis and periodontitis through ultrasonic scaling and root planing. This breaks up hard-to-remove bacterial buildup, even below the gumline.

Address Periodontal Disease With Gentle Smiles

Your smile is a big part of who you are, and without healthy gums, it’s tough to keep it intact. To find out more about ultrasonic scaling and root planing to fight back against periodontal disease, call Gentle Smiles Family Dentistry at 972-329-7645 today.