When you come in for your exam, we’re going to look at the gums. We’re looking at multiple things. Probably the biggest thing that we’re looking at is the presence of infection. Gum disease is an infection. The bacteria and the plaque mix on your teeth and becomes attached to it. The body sees it as something foreign, and it wants to get rid of it, so it creates inflammation. That causes bone loss, and it’s a cycle. It’s a leading cause for tooth loss. The way that you treat gum disease is with gum therapy. It’s a very easy procedure. The hygienist has a special instrument. It vibrates, and it shoots out water. It removes the infection. It also conditions the teeth so that the infection doesn’t build up as easily.
Technology Keeps Your Periodontal Disease Treatment Comfortable
If you have periodontal disease, we use technology involving high-speed vibration and water to remove stubborn tartar deposits from your teeth and gums. The water flushes away bacteria from under your gums as well. In comparison to hand tools often used for cleaning, our ultrasonic scaler:
- Works more efficiently
- Involves less scraping
- Is more comfortable for you
- Gets deeper into the tough-to-reach areas below your gums
Our advanced equipment makes your periodontal disease treatment effective and comfortable as possible. This is why we have received the Concept of Complete Dentistry Award from The Dawson Academy. This organization is dedicated to advancing dental care through education and clinical research.
Don’t Ignore Signs of Gum Disease
We’ll carefully examine your gums during every dental exam. However, you should plan to visit ASAP if you see any of these gum disease symptoms:
- Bright red gums
- Swollen gums
- Pain when chewing
- Bleeding when you brush or floss your teeth
- Gums that feel tender or sore
- Chronic bad breath or bad taste in your mouth
If you think you may need nonsurgical gum disease treatment in Jeffersonville, IN, call Kirchner Dental at 812-913-6093. Don’t lose your teeth because of a problem with your gums! You can also make an appointment online.
