Gum disease is an oral infection that damages the gum and causes it to become inflamed. A gum infection often arises from bad dental hygiene, which enhances the growth of bacteria and plaque in the gum and teeth. However, there are other factors that could also contribute to the development of gum diseases and infections.
Knowing the factors that cause gum diseases is important in avoiding them, as is knowing the required treatments to cure them. Soulard Family Dentistry offers gum disease treatments in St. Louis, MO, to help cure any infection in the gums and also provides oral hygiene tips to keep your dental health at its peak.
In this guide, Dr. Mandefro will explain the various types of gum diseases, their causes, and the best treatments to correct each infection stage.
Types of Gum Disease Treatments
There are various procedures for correcting gum diseases. However, the treatment your dentist will administer is usually specific to the type of gum infection you’re experiencing. For minor gum infections, such as gingivitis and moderate periodontitis, your dentist may prescribe non-surgical treatments. Examples of non-surgical gum disease treatments include:
- Scaling
- Root Planing
- Antibiotics
For advanced gum diseases, your dentist may consider invasive treatments, like surgery. Common treatments for severe gum diseases include:
- Bone Grafting
- Guided Tissue Regeneration
- Flap Surgery
- Soft Tissue Grafts
At Soulard Family Dentistry, the goal of our gum disease treatment is to completely clean the pockets around the teeth and prevent damage to the surrounding gum tissue and bone.
Treatments for Different Stages of Gum Diseases
As stated earlier, a dentist will prescribe a given treatment depending on your gum disease stage. There are three stages of gum disease which include:
- Gingivitis
- Periodontitis
- Advanced Gum Disease
Let’s examine the treatments applicable to the different stages:
Gingivitis and Mild Periodontitis
Gingivitis is diagnosed when there is an inflammation of the gums. It usually develops due to a bacteria infection, preceded by the overgrowth of plaque. When left untreated, gingivitis can lead to a more severe infection called periodontitis.
According to the American Dental Association, gingivitis and periodontitis are the major causes of tooth loss in adults. So, you must take proper care of your teeth to prevent gum disease and other dental issues.
The first step to treating gingivitis and mild periodontitis is to practice good oral hygiene. Healthy oral habits increase the success rate of dental treatment and also reduce the recurrence of dental issues. You should also cut back on smoking if you have gum disease.
Other treatments include:
Antibiotic Medications
There are a variety of medications that can be used for gingivitis treatment:
- Antibiotics Microspheres: They contain minocycline and can be inserted into the tooth pockets after scaling and root planing.
- Antiseptic Mouthwash: Mouthwashes of this type contain chlorhexidine and can be used to disinfect the mouth.
- Oral Antibiotics: They treat areas of the teeth with persistent gum inflammation.
Cleaning the Teeth
There are several methods your dentist can employ to clean your teeth without surgery. These methods extract plaque and tartar to prevent gum irritation. They include:
- Scaling: Teeth scaling involves the removal of tartar from below and above your gum line, thus, preventing further bacteria infection.
- Root Planing: This is used to remove plaque and tartar from the root surface and to smoothen rough spots.
- Lasers: Laser treatment is used for gum diseases to remove tartar with less pain and bleeding compared to scaling and root planing.
Advanced Gum Disease
For cases of severe gingivitis, especially if it results in gum or bone tissue loss, surgery may be required. The types of surgery performed for advanced gum diseases are:
- Flap Surgery: This is a surgical procedure where the gums are pushed back, while plaque and tartar are removed from deeper pockets. The gums are afterward sutured to fit around the tooth.
- Bone and Tissue Grafts: When your teeth and jaw are severely damaged, grafting may be required. For tissue graft, our St. Louis dentist, Dr. Mandefro uses tissue from the roof of your mouth to cover the open tooth root.
During the bone grafting procedure, our dentist will perform a treatment similar to the flap surgery but will insert a bone graft to enable the cells in your mouth to regenerate any lost jaw bone.
- Dental Crown Lengthening: for individuals with gingivitis and also having excess gum tissue, the dentist will reshape your gum and bone tissue to expose more of your teeth. This is also imperative if you require any cosmetic or restorative procedures.
Will I Need Surgery to Treat Gum Disease?
Surgery is usually the last option a dentist or periodontist will consider when treating gum disease in St. Louis. However, the severity of your condition is what determines if you are a candidate for surgery.
If you’re experiencing minor gingivitis or mild periodontitis, various less invasive treatments will occasionally be recommended. However, for advanced periodontal diseases, your dentist may recommend surgery to seamlessly cure the disease.
Gum Disease Treatment in St. Louis, MO
Gum disease can affect your oral and overall health if not treated immediately. Hence, it’s important to find a dentist who prioritizes your comfort and can help cure your dental conditions. Our dentist, Dr. Mandefro, provides gum disease treatment in St. Louis to treat the various stages of infection.
However, we implore our patients to come in for regular dental checkups, as this will enable us to detect gum disease signs in their infancy and provide the necessary treatments to prevent them from becoming severe. Schedule an appointment with our dentist today and get rid of your gum infection.
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