Gum Disease Treatment Newark
Fighting Gum Disease with State-of-the-Art Treatments
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one out of every two adults has gum disease, one of the most common oral health problems among adults over 30 years old and causes of tooth loss in the world. At SN Family Dental Studio of Newark, our team uses modern techniques and treatments to help combat the effects of gum disease and restore patients’ oral health. Call our office today if you’re experiencing bleeding and swollen gums or other signs of gum disease.
Why Choose SN Family Dental Studio of Newark for Gum Disease Treatment?
- Effective Sirona Soft Tissue Laser Gum Disease Treatment
- We Maximize Your Dental Insurance Benefits
- A Bilingual Team That Speaks Both English & Spanish
Scaling & Root Planing
Scaling and root planing, most commonly known as a deep cleaning, is often the second line of defense against gum disease, just after improving your at-home oral hygiene routine. This treatment takes place over the course of two steps. First, one of our dentists or dental hygienists will thoroughly remove all plaque and tartar from the surface of the teeth, as far down as the pockets of the gums. We will then move to the roots, removing any hardened deposits of bacteria to allow the gum tissue to healthily reattach to the tooth. The goal of a deep cleaning is to help control and even reverse symptoms of gum disease.
Laser Periodontal Treatment
During the scaling and root planing process, we can also utilize our Sirona soft tissue dental laser to help kill harmful oral bacteria and remove severely damaged gum tissue. Instead of using a scalpel, the laser utilizes a beam of light to gently and precisely get rid of soft tissue. Because it can cauterize the area on-contact, the laser is also effective at minimizing harmful oral bacteria, and it can drastically minimize post-operative discomfort and bleeding.
Antibiotic Treatment
Typically offered in combination with scaling and root planing, our team also utilizes Arestin antibiotic treatment. This involves packing the pockets of the gums, which is the origin of the infection, with small antibiotic microspheres. Over the course of two weeks, the microspheres will gradually release medication to fight off the infection and minimize symptoms.