Avalon Laser Dentistry dentist
NON-SURGICAL GUM TREATMENT
gum dentistThe gums, ligaments, and bone around the teeth form the foundation for ones teeth. All structures are also referred to as the periodontium. When the periodontium is not healthy, it jeopardizes the teeth just as a bad foundation would threaten the stability of a house. Signs of unhealthy periodontium include: gums that are red and bleed easily, persistent bad breath, gums that are pulled away from the tooth, loose teeth, and changes in the position or bite of the teeth. Any of these may be a sign of problem. With proper gum treatments, however, it may be possible to return gum tissue to a healthy state. If you're having a problem, come in and see us so we may treat it right away. The treatment usually involves a deep cleaning or root planing done under a local anesthetic, along with local antibiotic agents. If the gum disease gets too severe it may need to be treated through surgery or extraction. This is why it is important to have it treated at the first sign of a problem.
Services
Our office offers a variety of services to assess all your dental needs.See the links on the side for a brief explanation of each service or ask our staff – we’ll be happy to answer any questions.


Table of Contents
Dental Cleaning   Nightguards
Oral Hygiene   Dentures
Bonding   Whitening
Sealants   Veneers
Fillings   Sedation Dentistry
Crown & Bridges   Wisdom Teeth
Extractions   Gum Treatment
Root Canal   Invisalign

 
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