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Periodontal Care

in El Segundo, CA

Maintaining healthy gums not only keeps your smile beautiful but also contributes to your overall health and well-being. At Adore Dental, we are serious about your gum health. We are pleased to offer comprehensive periodontal care focusing on the prevention, treatment, and management of periodontal disease, enhancing your oral health and quality of life. We invite you to contact our El Segundo practice to get started today!

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What Can Periodontal Care Do for You?

Prevent the progression of periodontal disease, safeguarding your smile
Keep your gums as healthy as possible for as long as possible
Prevent damage to the structures supporting your teeth, lowering the risk of tooth loss
Reduce the risk of some serious health complications like heart disease, diabetes, and more
Help maintain a healthy, beautiful, and confident smile

The Importance of Maintaining Healthy Gums

Keeping your gums healthy is key to maintaining a healthy, beautiful, and functional smile. Periodontal disease, or gum disease, usually starts with plaque buildup. The sticky film of bacteria continuously forms on the teeth, and if not removed through regular brushing and flossing, irritates your gums, causing inflammation.

If not addressed right away, the inflammation can cause the gums to start pulling away from the teeth, forming periodontal pockets. These pockets trap plaque, creating a cycle that's difficult to break without professional intervention. The stages of gum disease range from gingivitis to early, moderate, and advanced periodontitis.

The Impact of Periodontal Disease on Your Oral and Overall Health

Periodontitis isn't limited to gum damage but spreads to the jawbone and supporting ligaments. According to the National Institute of Craniofacial Research, untreated periodontal disease is one of the primary causes of tooth loss in adults. Untreated gum disease may also lead to bacteria entering the bloodstream, potentially impacting your overall health and increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and more.

The good news is that periodontal disease is largely preventable with proper oral hygiene, including daily brushing and flossing. It's also important to schedule your regular dental exams and cleanings to uncover early signs of gum disease, ensuring prompt treatment and the best possible outcomes for your smile.

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How Is Periodontal Disease Treated?

Here is a look at the different periodontal disease treatment options:

Scaling and Root Planing: Your first line of defense against gum disease is a deep dental cleaning that goes beyond regular dental cleaning. The procedure, otherwise known as scaling and root planing, involves removing plaque and tartar built up on your teeth and gum line, followed by cleaning and smoothing your tooth root surfaces. The non-surgical treatment helps promote healing and gum tissue reattachment while reducing the depth of the periodontal pockets.

Irrigation: After scaling and root planing, irrigation helps flush out any remaining debris and bacteria. This involves using a special antibacterial solution to gently wash your gum, eliminating harmful bacteria from the hard-to-clean areas.

ARESTIN: In some cases, we may recommend antibiotic treatment with ARESTIN after scaling and root planing to combat gum disease at the site of the infection. ARESTIN is a medicated powder we place directly into the infected gum pockets, which helps reduce harmful bacteria and inflammation, enhancing the effectiveness of your treatment.

Laser Therapy: Laser therapy is another advanced technique we use in periodontal disease treatment. Our cutting-edge dental laser uses wavelengths of light to eliminate harmful bacteria below your gum line, decontaminating the periodontal pockets. Laser therapy helps reduce gum inflammation and recession, helping restore your gum health.