Periodontal Care
Periodontal Care Alpharetta, GA
Are your gums red, tender, swollen, or bleed easily? If so, you may suffer from periodontal disease (gum disease). Periodontal disease is a degenerative condition caused by bacteria in plaque. If periodontal disease is allowed to progress untreated, it can cause tooth loss, bone loss, and receding gums. Our caring dentist and dental team provide periodontal care in Alpharetta, Georgia, to help you prevent these serious consequences. Dr. Keith Kitchens is skilled in non-surgical deep cleaning methods that help your smile heal from periodontal disease. We welcome you to contact Windward Dental Care at (770) 569-7580 today to learn more about periodontal care. We are dedicated to improving your oral health!
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is a degenerative condition primarily caused by bacteria found in plaque. The bacteria inflame and infect the gum tissues, and when left untreated, can eventually cause the gums to pull away from the teeth. Untreated periodontal disease can result in bone loss, tooth loss, and gum tissue recession.
Signs of Periodontal Disease
If your gums are swollen, red, or tender, or if your gums bleed easily, you may have periodontal disease. Other common symptoms of gum disease include loose teeth, painful chewing, persistent bad breath, and receding gums that make your teeth appear longer than normal. Following an exam at our office, our dentist and team will be able to determine whether you suffer from periodontal disease.
Periodontal Treatment
The treatment for gum disease is based upon your specific dental needs. Depending on the severity of the condition, our dentist may recommend additional professional dental cleanings, improved at-home oral hygiene, antibiotic treatment, scaling and root planing (deep cleanings), or gum surgery. We strive to help you restore your oral health and halt the progress of the disease. For more information on periodontal treatment, we welcome you to call or visit our office soon. We look forward to caring for your smile!
