Gum Disease Treatment Weston
Conquering Gum Disease Before It Harms Your Smile
Gum disease affects a very large percentage of adults across the US, even though it’s also among the most preventable oral health conditions with routine hygiene. However, if things progress, you might notice bleeding or swollen gums, pain when biting or chewing, or even loose or shifting teeth that might eventually be lost. If you suspect you’re dealing with gum disease, don’t hesitate to contact our Weston dental office today to set up an appointment and begin getting your oral health back on track.
Why Weston Dental Specialists Group?
- Highly Experienced, Board-Certified Periodontist on Staff
- Relaxing, Modern Dental Office with Patient-Comfort Amenities
- Advanced Technology Ensures Effective & Comfortable Treatments
The Dangers of Gum Disease
Gum disease is far more than a dental concern; left untreated, it can have serious consequences for your overall health! For one, it is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults; however, research has also linked advanced gum disease to an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and other systemic conditions. Because gum disease often progresses with few noticeable symptoms in its early stages, routine care and prompt treatment are critical to protecting your smile and your well-being.
Scaling & Root Planing
When gum disease advances beyond what routine oral hygiene can reverse, scaling and root planing is often recommended. This deep cleaning procedure involves carefully removing plaque and tartar buildup from below the gumline and smoothing the root surfaces of the teeth, which helps the gums reattach and heal properly. Most patients are surprised by how comfortable the process is, and many see significant improvement in their gum health afterwards.
LANAP & LAPIP Laser Treatment
For patients with moderate to severe gum disease, LANAP laser treatment offers a highly effective, minimally invasive alternative to traditional gum surgery. Using a precise laser, our team targets and removes bacteria and diseased tissue along the gumline while leaving healthy tissue completely intact. Then, new tissue begins to regenerate in the area with significantly less discomfort, less inflammation, and a much faster recovery time.
For patients who have dental implants, LAPIP applies this very same advanced laser technology to address peri-implantitis, which is a gum infection that develops around implants and can lead to implant failure if left untreated. By removing the infection early and precisely, LAPIP can protect your implant and restore the health of the surrounding tissue.