Gum Disease Treatment Killeen
A Gentler Way to Restore Gum Health
At Killeen Choice Dental, we treat countless cases of gum disease that range from reversible gingivitis to advanced periodontitis. The startling statistics surrounding this oral health problem make it the second most common dental issue adults face in the United States. Its symptoms are often dismissed or remain unnoticed by patients, which is why we take special care to examine each person’s gum health. If signs of bleeding, inflammation, or loose teeth are evident, we will provide a gentle approach to restore your gum health. Don’t put off treatment any longer; instead, call us today!
Why Choose Killeen Choice Dental for Gum Disease Treatment?
- Dental Experts Who Are Trained in Gum Disease Treatment
- Three Forms of Dental Sedation Available
- Minimally Invasive Treatment Options to Improve Gum Health
Scaling & Root Planing
If our team recommends you receive a deep cleaning, we are referring to scaling and root planing – a common procedure performed to target harmful bacteria above and below the gumline while encouraging proper gum reattachment. As a two-part process, scaling involves removing plaque and tartar from your teeth and around the gumline. Root planing is the second phase of treatment that requires us to clean out the area within your gum pockets. Smoothing out the roots not only makes it harder for bacteria to adhere in the future but also allows your gums to reattach to your teeth.
Chao Pinhole Technique
When gum disease progresses to what is known as periodontitis, a common symptom usually occurs – gum recession. As these tissues pull back away from your teeth, causing them to appear elongated, you can become susceptible to tooth sensitivity. With the help of the Chao Pinhole Technique, though, this minimally invasive form of treatment can produce a reliable and positive result. Our dentist will make a small hole in your gums before inserting the pinhole. Once in place, we will loosen your gum tissue before repositioning it over your exposed tooth roots.
Antibiotic Therapy
Removing all traces of bacteria from gum pockets can be difficult, even when more advanced dental instruments are used. Fortunately, by combining antibiotic therapy with other methods of treatment, there is a better chance of eliminating all harmful plaque and tartar so that your smile becomes healthier over time. We will apply the medication to your gum pockets so the tiny microspheres will disperse within days or weeks, targeting and eliminating the infectious bacteria.