Gum Disease Treatment - Dental Arts LK: Vavuniya

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GENERAL SERVICES

SCALING, ROOT PLANING & GUM SURGERIES

[GUM DISEASE TREATMENT]

Gum disease treatment is essential for restoring and maintaining the health of your gums. These procedures help control infection, reduce inflammation, and prevent further damage to the gums and supporting bone. Depending on the severity of gum damage, the dentist may recommend scaling and root planing for early stages (gingivitis) or gum surgery for advanced cases (periodontitis).

Why It’s Important/Benefits:

Prevents gum recession and tooth loss caused by advanced gum disease.
Reduces inflammation and bleeding, improving overall oral health.
Protects against systemic health issues linked to gum disease, such as heart disease.

SCALING

What it is: A deep cleaning procedure that removes plaque and tartar (hardened plaque) from the surfaces of your teeth, especially below the gumline.
Purpose: Targets the buildup of harmful bacteria that cause gum inflammation and gum disease.
When it’s needed: For mild to moderate gum disease or as part of routine deep cleanings.
Procedure: Performed using specialized tools or ultrasonic instruments to clean the teeth thoroughly.
Recovery: Minimal downtime; mild sensitivity may occur temporarily.

ROOT PLANING

What it is: A follow-up to scaling that smooths the surfaces of the tooth roots to remove rough spots where bacteria can collect.
Purpose: Helps gums reattach to the teeth and prevents further bacterial growth below the gumline.
When it’s needed: For moderate gum disease where gum pockets have formed but haven’t reached severe levels.
Procedure: Typically done after scaling in the same visit or across multiple sessions, depending on the severity.
Recovery: May cause temporary sensitivity and soreness; good oral hygiene helps healing.

GUM SURGERY

What it is: A surgical procedure to treat advanced gum disease by addressing deep gum pockets, repairing tissue, or regenerating lost bone.
Purpose: Reduces pocket depth, removes infected tissue, and restores the health of gums and supporting structures.
When it’s needed: For severe gum disease that hasn’t responded to scaling or root planing.
Types:
- Flap surgery: Gums are lifted to clean deep pockets and then stitched back in place.
- Gum grafting: Replaces lost gum tissue with tissue from another area.
- Bone grafting: Repairs bone loss caused by gum disease.
Recovery: Healing can take 1–2 weeks, with careful aftercare to avoid complications.

THE STEPS TO YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE

How We Diagnose and Plan Treatment:

1. Gum Assessment: The dentist evaluates gum health using a probe to measure pocket depth around the teeth.

2. X-Rays: Imaging may be used to assess bone loss caused by advanced gum disease.

3. Treatment Plan: Depending on the severity, scaling, root planing, or surgical options are recommended.

What to Expect During Treatment:

Scaling removes plaque and tartar below the gumline, while root planing smooths the tooth roots to help gums reattach. For severe cases, gum surgery may be necessary to restore gum health.

What to Expect After Treatment (Recovery/ Potential Risks or Symptoms):

Mild soreness or sensitivity is common after scaling and root planing. Following oral hygiene instructions ensures proper healing. Gum surgery may involve longer recovery with swelling and minor discomfort.

How We Diagnose and Plan Treatment:

1. Gum Assessment: The dentist evaluates gum health using a probe to measure pocket depth around the teeth.

2. X-Rays: Imaging may be used to assess bone loss caused by advanced gum disease.

3. Treatment Plan: Depending on the severity, scaling, root planing, or surgical options are recommended.

What to Expect During Treatment:

Scaling removes plaque and tartar below the gumline, while root planing smooths the tooth roots to help gums reattach. For severe cases, gum surgery may be necessary to restore gum health.

What to Expect After Treatment/Recovery/Potential Risks or Symptoms:

Mild soreness or sensitivity is common after scaling and root planing. Following oral hygiene instructions ensures proper healing. Gum surgery may involve longer recovery with swelling and minor discomfort.

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How long does it take to recover from gum disease treatment?
Recovery time varies depending on the procedure. Scaling and root planing usually require only a few days of healing, while gum surgeries may take 1 to 2 weeks for full recovery. The dentist will provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing.

Is gum disease treatment painful?
Most treatments, including scaling, root planing, and minor surgeries, are performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. After treatment, you may experience some soreness or sensitivity, but this usually subsides in a few days.

When is gum surgery necessary?
Gum surgery is recommended for severe cases of gum disease where deep pockets have formed, or bone and tissue loss has occurred. Surgeries like flap surgery, gum grafts, or bone grafts help repair damage, reduce pocket depth, and restore gum health.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Mouth Healthy: Scaling and Root Planing https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/scaling-and-root-planing
Cleveland Clinic: Tooth Scaling and Root Planing https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/23983-tooth-scaling-and-root-planing
Cleveland Clinic: Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease) https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21482-gum-periodontal-disease

DENTAL ARTS

GENERAL SERVICES

SCALING

ROOT PLANING

GUM SURGERY

THE STEPS TO YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE

How We Diagnose and Plan Treatment:

What to Expect During Treatment:

What to Expect After Treatment (Recovery/ Potential Risks or Symptoms):

How We Diagnose and Plan Treatment:

What to Expect During Treatment:

What to Expect After Treatment/Recovery/Potential Risks or Symptoms:

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Is gum disease treatment painful?Most treatments, including scaling, root planing, and minor surgeries, are performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. After treatment, you may experience some soreness or sensitivity, but this usually subsides in a few days.

When is gum surgery necessary?Gum surgery is recommended for severe cases of gum disease where deep pockets have formed, or bone and tissue loss has occurred. Surgeries like flap surgery, gum grafts, or bone grafts help repair damage, reduce pocket depth, and restore gum health.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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Is gum disease treatment painful?
Most treatments, including scaling, root planing, and minor surgeries, are performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. After treatment, you may experience some soreness or sensitivity, but this usually subsides in a few days.

When is gum surgery necessary?
Gum surgery is recommended for severe cases of gum disease where deep pockets have formed, or bone and tissue loss has occurred. Surgeries like flap surgery, gum grafts, or bone grafts help repair damage, reduce pocket depth, and restore gum health.