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Periodontal Therapy

If you have been noticing that your gums are more swollen and tender than usual or they bleed when you brush or floss, you may be suffering from gum disease. This condition can lead to many oral problems and without treatment can progress until you lose teeth. Worried you may have periodontal disease? Don’t wait to treat your symptoms. Schedule periodontal therapy in Oak Point, TX with our dentist today!

Periodontal Therapy

What Causes Gum Disease?

Gum disease develops when bacterial plaque and tartar buildup on the teeth infect the gum tissues. The irritated gum tissues become sore and swollen, bleeding easily whenever you brush and floss. Gum disease is progressive, which means that bacteria will continue to damage tissue and bone structure. This leads to loose teeth and eventually tooth loss.

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Treating Gum Disease with Periodontal Therapy

Our periodontist in Oak Point, TX provides several treatment options for your gum disease. Receiving gum disease therapy at our dental practice in Oak Point, TX 75068 as soon as you notice symptoms is the best way to ensure your oral health stays on track. Our dentist may treat your periodontal disease with either non-surgical or surgical treatment, depending on the severity of your case.

Treating Gum Disease with Periodontal Therapy

Dental Scaling and

Root Planing Treatments

Dental scaling and root planing to deep clean the teeth above and below the gums. Scaling removes plaque, tartar, and bacteria that cause infection below the gumline. Root planing smooths the rough areas of the teeth to discourage bacteria from attaching to the surface. This treatment is a crucial step in managing and preventing further gum issues.

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Laser Gum Treatments

Our dental practice in Oak Point, TX provides laser gum treatment as a safe and comfortable alternative to traditional procedures needing incisions and sutures. Dental lasers are minimally invasive, so our patients experience virtually painless treatment for a variety of functional and aesthetic gum conditions. No matter what type of soft tissue treatment you need, our team can help restore function and natural beauty back to your smile with fast, comfortable laser gum treatment!