Gum disease is a very serious oral health concern, one that effects millions of people in the United States. Once the disease develops, there is no cure, but we can successfully manage it with the proper treatments, such as advanced laser surgery. Do you need laser surgery to restore the health of your gums?
Laser Surgery and Gum Disease
Once the disease reaches the more advanced stages treatment is crucial. Otherwise, periodontitis could develop, which leads to the connective tissues between the teeth and gums deteriorating, causing adult tooth loss. We can help manage the disease with dental lasers. The lasers remove infected tissue and clean periodontal pockets with accuracy and precision, allowing healthy gums to adhere to the teeth, closing pockets at the gum line and significantly reducing the severity of the disease. Benefits of lasers include faster healing times, no need for anesthesia in many cases, little to no bleeding, and a significantly reduced risk of infection.
What Causes Gum Disease?
The disease develops once the gums become inflamed, which leads to pockets forming at the gum line. Bacteria then enter the pockets, leading to the disease. Causes of inflammation include plaque buildup due to poor oral hygiene, hormonal fluctuations, and certain illnesses/medications. Be aware of the early warning signs, which may include soreness and redness in the gums, as well as bleeding when you brush or floss.
Prevention Tips
If you practice good oral hygiene and see your dentist at regular intervals you can avoid the onset of the disease entirely, or aid in successfully managing it. Our prevention tips include:
- Brushing twice a day
- Flossing every day
- Stop masking or using tobacco
- Have your teeth cleaned as the dentist recommends
ABOUT YOUR SKOKIE DENTIST:
Dr. Brent Engelberg and his highly-skilled team proudly serve patients and their families from Arlington Heights, IL, and all surrounding communities, including: Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, and the Northern and Northwest Chicago Suburbs. To learn more, schedule a consultation online, or call our office today at 847-259-8030.
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