How can you treat gum disease ?

It depends: A proper diagnosis must be established to find out the cause and the severity of the disease. In general the treatment range from simple scaling and root planning to diferent kind of surgical treatments. Lanap, a laser treatment ( periolase, mpv7 from millenium) has been very helpful in reducing pockets around the teeth and destroying the bacteria that infiltrates the periodontium around the teeth.

See a periodontist: Gum disease is easily treated when caught early. You need to see a periodontist to make sure the gum disease has not progressed to the underlying bone supporting your teeth.

DDS exam: Go to a trusted dentist. You will have a full series if x-rays and a periodontal charting. Once all of the components are assembled a treatment plan will be presented. This encompasses where you are currently and a future game plan.

Treatment: If only the gum is involved (gingivitis), you may need some dental cleanings. If you you have pockets and bone loss, you may need some type of periodontal surgery.

Different types: It will depend on a thorough exam by your dentist. Depending on how far the disease has progressed, some can have just a deep cleaning, and others will need more advanced care.

Dentist/home care: Dental supervision and proper home care instruction are imperative to treating gum disease. The severity of the gum disease may dictate how much dental intervention is required.