Periodontal Care | Palm Beach Gardens

Your gums are a key component of your dental health. You don’t want to neglect your gum health or your overall oral hygiene.

If you have painful, swollen, or red gums, you likely have gum disease. This is a common dental problem that impacts around half of all adults in the U.S. And, if not addressed, gum disease can lead to severe tooth loss and other painful symptoms.

Dr. Rudnick offers periodontal care and gum disease treatment. Call today for assistance.

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What Is Gum Disease?

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is infection or inflammation in the gums and other soft tissue that support and surround your teeth. Often, gum disease is caused by poor dental habits, but some people are more likely to develop gum disease than others. It can happen even if you have good oral health habits.

Gum disease happens in stages:

Gingivitis: At first, it’s known as gingivitis, and you’ll begin to notice your gums are red and bleed when you brush or floss. At this stage, it’s easy to address gum disease before bone loss occurs.
Periodontitis: If left untreated, gum disease can progress to periodontitis. In advanced stages, you could lose your teeth and jaw bone density. Once gum disease worsens past the initial stages, it’s not possible to reverse the damage done. So, seeking treatment as soon as possible is critical.

Periodontal Therapy from Rudnick Dentistry

Feel good about your healthy smile! When you visit Dr. Rudnick for gum disease treatment, he will guide you through:

An Oral Exam

During your routine or emergency dental visit, our Palm Beach general dentist examines your gum health for signs of infection. If you have existing gum disease, we create a custom treatment plan starting with the least invasive method.

Initial Treatment

One of the best ways to fight mild to moderate periodontal disease includes scaling and root planing. We gently clean the tooth (above and below the gumline), remove bacteria, and smooth the tooth’s root surface so bacteria can no longer cling. Other treatment options include laser therapy and antibiotic medications for targeted infection control.

Next Steps

Each gum disease case is unique, and more complex cases may require surgery to fix gum recession and restore bone loss. Following your periodontal care treatment, we monitor progress to control the infection and prevent gum disease recurrence. It’s much easier, comfortable, and affordable to treat gum disease early on vs. repair a smile with bone grafting and dental implants.

Is Periodontal Therapy Necessary?

Yes, periodontal therapy is necessary for restoring your oral and overall health once gum disease occurs. Left untreated, this preventable dental issue can wreak havoc on your body and cause irreversible tooth and bone loss.

Please keep an eye out for common signs that you may need periodontal care:

Red or swollen gums
Mouth soreness
Bleeding gums
Receding gums
Bad breath
Loose teeth

In the early stages of gum disease, some signs may be less obvious, which is why it’s so important to maintain your routine dental checkups.

If you’re overdue for a visit to the dentist, have no fear. Please schedule an appointment for a judgment-free exam.

5 Tips for Preventing Gum Disease

While it’s possible to get gum disease even if you take good care of your mouth, most cases are caused by poor dental hygiene.

If you want to prevent periodontal disease, you can follow these tips:

Brush your teeth throughout twice per day using a fluoride toothpaste.
Floss your teeth once daily.
Don’t smoke or consume tobacco products.
Maintain a regular schedule of professional dental cleanings.
Use an antibacterial mouthwash.

And, if you notice signs of gum disease, such as redness, bleeding, or swelling, book an appointment with Dr. Rudnick right away. He will work with the dental team to provide education on caring for your gums.

He also offers periodontal care and maintenance. So, if you have periodontal disease, we can properly clean your teeth and gums to prevent it from worsening.

FAQ about Periodontal Care

Understand the complexity of gum disease with our answers to some common questions about gum health.

What Does Periodontal Care Mean?

Periodontal care restores gum health and, in turn, the health of your full smile. Through early detection of gum disease, we can easily treat the problem and prevent more serious and costly issues down the line (like bleeding gums, gum recession, irreversible tooth loss, heart disease, and stroke).

Does Periodontal Treatment Work?

Yes, periodontal treatment works. Our dentist uses modern technology and techniques to diagnose and control gum disease. We customize each treatment plan for your needs and the stage of gum disease.

It’s important to note that periodontal care costs less and takes less time if started early. Prevention is your best tool for ensuring a beautiful and healthy smile at an affordable cost.

Keep Your Gums Healthy!

Gum disease can be very uncomfortable and impact both the look and functionality of your mouth. The best way to avoid gum disease is to follow good dental habits. But, if you already have gum disease, routine treatments and cleanings will prevent the spread and help you keep your teeth.

Contact Rudnick Dentistry to schedule a consultation for your gum health.