Gum Disease Treatment Hartwell
Protecting the Foundation of Your Smile
Gum disease is one of the most common dental health problems in the world, estimated to impact over half of adults. It’s also the number one cause of tooth loss. As such, it’s an issue that our team keeps a close eye on at each of your checkups and cleanings. If we spot any symptoms of gum disease in Hartwell, we can offer multiple tailored treatment options to prevent its advancement and protect the foundation of your smile. Call our office today to schedule an exam if you believe you could have gum disease.
Why Choose Lake Hartwell Dentistry for Gum Disease Treatment?
- Judgement-Free & Comprehensive Dentistry
- Team of 3 Experienced & Compassionate Dentists
- See the Same Friendly Faces at Each of Your Visits
Scaling & Root Planing
Scaling and root planing, also known as a deep cleaning, is one of our first lines of defense against gum disease after improving your at-home oral hygiene routine. This two-step process involves our team thoroughly clearing away all plaque and tartar and removing hardened bacteria to stop the advancement of the infection and protect the hard and soft tissue supporting your teeth.
Antibiotic Treatment
In combination with scaling and root planing, we may also recommend antibiotic treatment. We will prescribe a medicated mouthwash or pills for you to take for a set period of time to prevent the disease from advancing. The biggest advantage of this method of treatment is that it can target the specific areas of infection, and when combined with a deep cleaning, it can dramatically improve your symptoms.
Laser Periodontal Treatment
During scaling and root planing treatment, we may utilize our soft tissue Solea laser to remove severely damaged gum tissue, leaving only healthy tissue behind to reattach to the teeth and protect the roots. The dental laser allows for faster recovery time, kills harmful oral bacteria on-contact, and allows for extremely precise treatment.
