Periodontal Care
Millions of Americans suffer from mild to severe Periodontal disease. It can become a serious problem if not treated properly. If you or a family member has been diagnosed with a form of the Periodontal disease and haven’t received treatment, now is the time to do something about it. At our facility in Missouri, our Masterpiece Smiles staff strive to give your smile the attention it deserves. When you need a workable solution for periodontal disease, the thorough periodontal exams in St. Louis we provide will help you procure the answers you need.
What is Periodontal Disease?
Simply put, periodontal disease is an infection that occurs in the tissues, structures or bones of your teeth. Periodontal disease has two main types, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Gingivitis is the milder of the two. It can turn into the more invasive and damaging form of the disease named periodontitis. Advanced periodontitis can trigger other disease flare-ups in the body. Periodontitis can negatively impact your cardiovascular system. If you are suffering from any of the symptoms below, it’s important to see a dental expert:
- Bleeding gums
- Swollen or tender gums
- Receding Gums
- Consistent bad breath
- Teeth looseness
- Pus around inflamed gum/teeth tissue
Why is Comprehensive Periodontal Care Important
Comprehensive periodontal care allows your dental expert to examine and address any pressing issues to prevent the disease from progressing. In advanced stages, the disease can become painful, cause tooth loss and other troubling symptoms. Our Masterpiece Smiles dental experts will monitor and address your concerns. Comprehensive care puts some of the control back in your hands so you can continue to smile without pain or anxiety.
How to Prepare for Periodontal Treatment
Depending on the techniques or procedures used determines the type or amount of preparation. If you have minor problems with periodontal disease, scaling for removing plaque can be used to clean and beautify your teeth. After this occurs, you may be required to set up a follow-up appointment to ensure your teeth are being safeguarded
by the process they put in place. For severe cases of bone recession, bone grafting may be required to replace the loss.
What is Done at a Comprehensive Oral Exam?
When periodontal disease or another form of an invasive mouth disease continues to wreak havoc on your quality of life a comprehensive oral exam gets to the “root” of the problem.
If you are struggling with the onslaught of Periodontal disease, our team at Masterpiece Smiles would love to help. We welcome all our Missouri locals to schedule an appointment today! Our experts ensure your teeth keep sparkling as well as your smile.