How is Periodontal Disease Treated?
Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection that gets under the gums and into the bone around your teeth, causing inflammation. Periodontal inflammation leads to tooth loss and may contribute to other medical conditions. Once a patient is diagnosed with gum (periodontal) disease, more involved procedures are required to treat the disease. In the early stages of gum disease, most treatment involves non-surgical procedures; however, in more advanced stages, surgical procedures are often required. The following are detailed descriptions of these procedures.
Scaling and Root Planing
Scaling and root planing: While a regular dental cleaning is for the visible portion of teeth, scaling and root planing is a special cleaning that removes plaque and tartar (also known as calculus) from under the gumline (in periodontal pockets) and smoothes the root surfaces to promote healing. A scaling procedure is the only way to remove calculus from this area. For many patients, this procedure is done under local anesthesia and is quite different from the routine dental cleaning.
In some cases, antibiotics or antimicrobials may be used to supplement the effects of scaling and root planing. In most cases of early gum disease, scaling and root planing in addition to continued daily cleaning at home will achieve a satisfactory result of reversing gum disease.
Lower Level Infection Removal
If your infection has spread into the bone that supports your teeth, and is below the level that can be reached in “Upper Level Infection Removal”, then a surgical procedure must be performed to retract the gums and remove the lower level infection.
When periodontal disease reaches this lower level, it dissolves the bone around the teeth and can lead to bone loss. Once the infection has been removed, we repair the damaged area with a procedure called Bone Grafting.
Why Choose our office
At our periodontal practice, we believe in delivering far more than just dental care — we aim to provide an experience that’s comfortable, trustworthy, and results-driven.
Here’s what sets us apart:
Specialized Expertise
Our doctors are skilled in advanced gum therapy, dental implants, and full-mouth restorations — giving you access to top-tier periodontal care under one roof.
Patient Comfort & Communication
We know dental procedures can be stressful. We take the time to explain your diagnosis, walk you through all treatment options, and answer every question in clear, understandable terms.
Personalized Treatment Planning
Every smile is different. We build a care plan tailored to your unique needs, whether it’s a routine cleaning, implant placement, or a complete smile restoration.
Cutting-edge Technology & Techniques
We use modern periodontal and implant technologies to ensure precision, faster healing, and long-lasting results.
Long-term Oral Health Commitment
Our focus isn’t just on immediate results — we aim to preserve and enhance your gum and bone health for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
It can be managed and controlled, but advanced cases require ongoing maintenance to keep infection under control.
It can be managed and controlled, but advanced cases require ongoing maintenance to keep infection under control.
It can be managed and controlled, but advanced cases require ongoing maintenance to keep infection under control.
It can be managed and controlled, but advanced cases require ongoing maintenance to keep infection under control.
It can be managed and controlled, but advanced cases require ongoing maintenance to keep infection under control.
It can be managed and controlled, but advanced cases require ongoing maintenance to keep infection under control.
Insurance & Payment info
Many dental insurance plans cover periodontal evaluations and treatment. Coverage varies depending on the type and stage of gum disease. Our team will review your benefits, explain costs clearly, and help you understand your options. Flexible payment arrangements may also be available.