When you experience possible changes to your gums, which can mean sensitivity, redness, or even bleeding, then you should consider an appointment with our team. With a periodontal disease consultation, our team can see if you need treatment to stop discomfort and avoid tooth loss! Our Savannah, GA periodontal practice is ready to help you enjoy… Continue reading Do You Need A Gum Disease Consultation?
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Treating Periodontal Disease And Saving Your Smile
Our team offers treatment to manage periodontal disease, so you avoid painful symptoms or even tooth loss. We have advanced treatments to preserve your smile, from deep cleanings to laser dentistry. Our Savannah, GA periodontal practice provides options to help you enjoy your best smile, and avoid periodontal complications down the future.
Trusting Gum Treatment To Laser Tools
Treating gum disease is important, because an infection that is not managed can significantly impact your health and appearance over time. The sensitivity of our gums can make caring for these tissues uncomfortable. Fortunately, laser dentistry enables us to do important work while also making the treatment experience better! At our Savannah, GA periodontal practice,… Continue reading Trusting Gum Treatment To Laser Tools
Pursuing Effective Gum Disease Treatment
If gum disease is not treated, its effect on your smile and health can be significant. You may be surprised at just how many problems stem from poor periodontal health. One is related to tooth loss, as you can experience gradually worsening issues with tissue damage and attachment loss that weaken support for teeth. Another… Continue reading Pursuing Effective Gum Disease Treatment
Scaling and Root Planing to Treat Gum Disease
Gum disease that has advanced beyond the milder gingivitis stage will require more specialized and intensive treatment. One intervention that is often used for periodontitis (advanced gum disease) is root planing. This technique polishes or smooths the surfaces of the roots of the teeth to remove any rough spots where disease-causing bacteria might congregate. A… Continue reading Scaling and Root Planing to Treat Gum Disease
How can I tell if I have gingivitis or gum disease?
Gum disease is a common but very preventable cause of tooth loss. It occurs when inflammation develops in the gums. If this inflammation develops into widespread infection, you might require the services of a periodontist. However, if you take good care of your teeth and gums and look out for symptoms of gingivitis, you can… Continue reading How can I tell if I have gingivitis or gum disease?
Why are my gums inflamed even though I brush and floss daily?
Have you noticed that your gums appear more red than usual? Perhaps it looks as if your gums are pulling away (receding) from your teeth. Even if a person brushes and flosses daily, he or she can still develop gum disease. While the incidence of gum disease is certainly increased by inadequate oral hygiene, there… Continue reading Why are my gums inflamed even though I brush and floss daily?
Lift Your Spirits with a Gum Lift
Many patients feel their smile could be improved if their gum tissue showed less or was more symmetrical. Gum surgery does not sound pleasant, but this term is given to a procedure that is used to reshape gum tissue resulting in a smile makeover that can enhance one’s appearance, is permanent, and does not require… Continue reading Lift Your Spirits with a Gum Lift
What can I expect to happen to my gums as I age?
Age affects all parts of our bodies, even our teeth and gums. You and your dentist can work together to minimize problems that develop with age. Regular oral hygiene and regular dental visits will help keep your gums and teeth healthy as you grow older. Changes to Oral Health Due to Aging Even though tooth… Continue reading What can I expect to happen to my gums as I age?
The first signs of gingivitis
Gingivitis is the early stages of gum disease. Early symptoms are often easy to miss, but the sooner you can bring them to the attention of your dentist, the sooner you can begin treatment. If gingivitis is not treated, it can develop into more severe problems and can even lead to tooth loss. Early Symptoms… Continue reading The first signs of gingivitis