Periodontal Care in Lexington, NC

Letting your oral health slip is nothing to be ashamed of. Unfortunately, developing gingivitis or gum disease happens to the best of us. We’re here to help get you back on track.

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Periodontal care in Lexington, NC

Do I really need periodontal care?

If you suspect that you may need periodontal care, there’s no time like the present to protect your smile and preserve your natural tooth structure. Periodontitis can have damaging effects. In fact, in some severe cases, patients can even end up losing teeth. If you notice any symptoms such as inflamed or bleeding gums, it’s important to seek intervention as soon as possible.

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When caught early, gingivitis can be treatable and reversible.

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Gentle Treatment With Laser Therapy

With laser technology, we are able to offer gum disease treatment that is more comfortable than ever before. Laser therapy is a non-surgical treatment that effectively removes harmful bacteria from under the gums and promotes healthy tissue regeneration.

Gum Grafting for Recession

Are your gums starting to recede? Our doctors have completed extensive training in procedures with autogenous and alloderm, which can help you get your smile back!

OralDNA Microbial Testing

OralDNA testing is a valuable early diagnosis tool. With a quick salivary sample, we can screen for hidden oral pathogens that could be threatening your oral and whole-body health.

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The Benefits of Periodontal Care

Restore Your Health

With early intervention, periodontal treatment can reverse the effects of gingivitis and restore your smile to its natural health.

Prevent Further Damage

Regular periodontal maintenance helps keep your smile healthy and free from the harmful buildup of plaque and bacteria.

Save Money

Periodontal care helps you avoid more costly, invasive procedures such as gum grafts, tooth extractions, and dental implants.

The Deep Cleaning Process

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Local Anesthetic

First, your dentist will apply a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable during your treatment. Deep cleanings may cause more sensitivity for patients than regular dental cleanings, but you’ll be comfortable throughout the procedure thanks to our gentle numbing techniques.

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Scaling & Root Planing

Next, your doctor will use special tools to “scale” tartar and plaque from between your teeth and below your gum line. The goal is to remove the harmful bacteria that causes gum disease. Then, once your teeth and gums have been cleaned, your dentist will “plane,” or smooth, the roots of your teeth. This process eliminates the pockets and pits that form below the roots of your teeth which harbor harmful bacteria.

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Antibiotic Treatment

A healing antibiotic treatment will complete your deep cleaning. Depending on your individual needs, you may receive topical antibiotics that are applied to gums during treatment, an antibiotic rinse that you can use at home, or a prescription antibiotic that will be taken orally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can cure early gum disease by brushing your teeth and scheduling regular dental cleanings. These cleanings will remove the plaque and tartar responsible for gum disease. However, Periodontitis, which refers to gum disease that is far progressed, is irreversible and tends to damage the gums and other teeth-supporting structures.

Luckily, with the help of a licensed dentist, like the ones at Carolina Pines Dentistry, you can control the spread of the disease and prevent further damage to the gum tissue and the teeth. Some of the treatments dentists may employ to help you with advanced gum disease include scaling, root planing, and antibiotic therapy.

Remember, following the dentist's recommendation and practicing good oral hygiene habits will go a long way toward stopping the advancement of gum disease and preventing further complications.

As aforementioned, periodontal disease mainly affects the gums, so the first symptom you'll notice is red, swollen gums that are tender to touch. If neglected, the gums start bleeding and dental abscesses start to form on the gums, which is cause for alarm. Unfortunately, dental abscesses could spread to other parts of the body and even lead to septic shock.

People with gum disease may also experience receding gums, exposing more of the teeth’s roots. The receding gums form deep spaces between the gum and teeth, known as periodontal pockets. These occur because of the gradual deterioration of gum tissue, which also causes the loosening and shifting of the teeth.

Unfortunately, the teeth-shifting causes bite alignment issues, affecting how you bite and chew your food. This misalignment is worse for people with dentures and other dental devices since they may need readjustment or even replacement to accommodate the shifting teeth. People with periodontal disease may also experience pus between their teeth and gums.

Periodontal disease is incredibly detrimental to the body, especially if left untreated. For starters, it greatly compromises the visual appeal of your smile, giving you red, swollen and sometimes bleeding gums.

Aesthetics aside, gum disease also affects other parts of the body. A few mentions include the heart, lungs and kidneys. But how does it do that? Well, the mouth is intricately connected to other body parts, particularly the immune system. As such, the bacterial imbalance in the mouth sends shockwaves to the rest of the body leading to inflammation.

The bacteria can also enter the bloodstream, leading to various heart complications. In fact, people with periodontal disease are three times more likely to suffer from a heart attack. They’re also more disposed to lifestyle conditions like diabetes and even stroke because of a compromised immune system.

If you notice any symptoms of periodontal disease, visit us here at Carolina Pines Dentistry before the symptoms get out of hand.

Gum disease is commonly split into three different stages. The first stage is called gingivitis. In this stage, there is usually no permanent damage to your teeth or gums yet. This means your dentist will likely be able to reverse and eliminate gum disease with proper care. Common symptoms of gingivitis include bleeding when brushing, inflamed and discolored gums, and chronic bad breath.

If left to worsen, gingivitis will advance to the second stage of gum disease, known as periodontitis. This stage of gum disease is unfortunately not reversible, but can be controlled with proper intervention. Symptoms of periodontitis usually include gum recession, increased sensitivity or sore teeth and gums, excessive gum bleeding, and very swollen or puffy gums.

The final stage is advanced periodontitis. In this stage, permanent damage to your teeth, gums, and jaw bone occurs. Common symptoms include pus forming between the teeth and gums, shifting of the teeth, changes in your bite, or the loosening of one or more teeth. Surgical intervention is usually necessary to treat advanced periodontitis. In very severe cases, your teeth may even need to be extracted and replaced with a dental prosthetic like dentures or dental implants.

Periodontal disease forms when there is inflammation in the gums. This inflammation can lead to infection caused by an abundance of harmful oral bacteria. Your dentist may prescribe you antibiotics to help kill and control this harmful bacteria, allowing your gums to heal. If you are prescribed antibiotics to help control your periodontal disease, be sure to follow your doctor’s instructions to a tee to ensure the harmful bacteria is eradicated. If you fail to complete the full prescription of antibiotics, the bacteria could become resistant to subsequent treatments with the medication.

Gum disease is caused by large quantities of bacteria flourishing in the mouth. This can be caused by poor oral hygiene. Failing to brush and floss properly allows the bacteria that are present in your mouth to reproduce and form plaque and tartar between your teeth and your gums. Over time, these bacteria begin to attack and infect your gum tissue. Over time, this infection can result in permanent, irreversible damage to your oral health unless you seek out proper treatment.

Some patients are also genetically predisposed to developing gum disease. This is why it is important to discuss with your doctor if there is a history of gum disease in your family. You and your doctor will work together to employ the best at-home care and in-office treatments to protect against it.

No, gum disease is not contagious. This is because it is caused by bacteria that are already present in all of our mouths. In a healthy mouth, these bacteria are not found in a high enough quantity to cause gum disease. These bacteria become an issue when they are left to reproduce and grow uncontrollably. Gum disease occurs when poor oral hygiene allows bacteria to reproduce, or if a patient is genetically predisposed to gum disease.

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