Periodontal Therapy
Periodontal Therapy in Morgan, Utah
Our teeth are one of the strongest parts of our body, so they should be well cared for and properly cleaned. Through the practice of good oral hygiene, we can prevent many dental issues, including periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a gum disease that, if not treated immediately, can lead to several health problems later in life. At Morgan Dental, we offer periodontal therapy services in order to help you keep a healthy smile.
Understanding Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is caused by plaque build up along your gum line. This happens when good brushing and flossing is not practiced on a daily basis. The plaque build up will begin to cause irritation along your gums and create swelling and tenderness. The first sign of periodontal disease is called gingivitis and can be treated with good brushing and flossing to eliminate the disease.
Later stages of periodontal disease can be more serious to treat, especially if the disease has become extensive and has begun to affect the jaw bone. Below are some of the treatment options available.
Periodontal Therapy Treatment
Each of the treatments listed below include the deep removal of plaque and infected tissue along the gum line to ensure proper healing.
Scaling and Root Planing: This includes a dental instrument called a scaler. The scaler looks like a metal hook that is used to scrape off plaque above and below the gum line. Any rough spots that plaque could grasp onto will then be polished and smoothed over.
Flap Surgery: Once the gum line is cleaned, there may be spots around your teeth where the gums are loose. Flap surgery is the process of tightening your gums in order to keep your teeth in place and prevent any infection that could occur.
Gum Grafting: Due to the severity of periodontal disease that you will be dealing with, a gum graft could be recommended. If periodontal disease has affected the root of your tooth, the tooth socket could become loose and severely damaged. In this case, gums from a healthy part of your mouth can be taken and placed to replace the damaged gum line.
If you are in Morgan, Utah and are unsure if you have periodontal disease but are experiencing sensitivity in your gums, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. The earlier we can spot and treat gum disease, the better it will be for you. At all of your bi-yearly check ups, we check for gingivitis and signs of periodontal disease. We at Morgan Dental take periodontal disease very seriously.