Periodontal treatment is a field of dental care that is both preventive and restorative in nature, helping clients prevent periodontal disease and restoring their gums back to health when necessary. When someone has periodontal disease, it means that an excessive amount of plaque and calculus (tartar) have accumulated around the teeth, causing deterioration to the area surrounding your teeth (which can include the jawbone). If left untreated, periodontal disease will eventually begin to destroy the gums and bone.
Because the early stages of periodontal disease are usually painless, it can be difficult to detect. Some of the signs and symptoms of developing periodontal disease include:
• Red, swollen, or bleeding gums
• Loose teeth
• Increased spaces between teeth
• Persistent bad breath
• Pus around the gums and teeth
• Receding gums around a tooth
• Tenderness and discomfort
Aside from the risk of losing your permanent teeth, there are many health risks associated with periodontal disease. That is why Dr. Michael Scholes makes an effort to prevent the disease and to save you from the unnecessary costs of periodontal disease.
To avoid advancement in periodontal disease, patients should practice good oral hygiene, eat a balanced diet, and attend regularly scheduled dental appointments. We offer treatment for gum disease in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, because untreated periodontal disease can be dangerous. If there is any pain or discomfort surrounding your teeth or gums, it is strongly recommended that you visit your dentist at Scholes Family Dental immediately.
Are you suffering from the above symptoms? If so, call us today and we will schedule an appointment as soon as possible!