Emergency gum disease treatment helps restore gum health and prevent serious complications affecting your teeth and overall oral health.
Periodontal disease, which is also known as periodontitis, is a severe form of gum disease. It occurs when plaque and tartar accumulate on teeth, causing damage to the gums and bones supporting the teeth. Periodontitis is usually caused by poor oral hygiene, lack of regular professional cleanings, and systemic health issues.
As seen here, periodontal disease is the final stage of gum disease. If left untreated, the gums can eventually pull away from the teeth, creating pockets that become infected, resulting in periodontitis. This can ultimately lead to tooth loss and other oral health problems.
With a step by step approach, you receive personalized care that includes a full evaluation and an accurate diagnosis of gum disease from our St. Louis emergency dental team.
These high-tech images can show evidence of any bone loss that may exist underneath your gums.
When you hear your dentist or hygienist call out a series of numbers after probing each tooth, we’re measuring the depth of the space between your teeth and gum tissue. The deeper the pocket, the higher the risk of tooth loss.
Genetics and health history play a big role in periodontal disease. Your genetic makeup can make you more vulnerable, especially in aggressive cases. How fast it progresses can also be affected by health risks such as diabetes or smoking habits.
Our goal is to avoid tooth loss. That’s why treating periodontitis as early as possible is critical for your health.
While the condition may not be reversible, it can be treated and maintained through meticulous professional and home oral care.
It’s also necessary to keep up on 3-month re-care intervals to maintain healthy gums and the bone surrounding your teeth.
Scaling and root planing
Scaling and Root Planing (SRP), or deep cleaning as you may have heard it called, is performed to remove tartar (calculus), plaque and toxins from the diseased teeth or root surfaces and a locally applied antibiotic is placed in the periodontal pocket to kill the bacteria causing the infection.
Periodontal irrigation
Periodontal irrigation is a dental procedure that involves delivering liquid solutions into the pockets around teeth. This technique is used to remove debris, bacteria, or antimicrobial agents to reduce inflammation and treat periodontal diseases. Periodontal irrigation can be used in combination with other treatments to improve gum health and support overall periodontal care.
Antibacterial treatment
A locally applied antibiotic, containing antimicrobial agents, is placed in the periodontal pockets. This helps to kill bacteria causing the infection and aids in reducing inflammation. The targeted application enhances the effectiveness of the treatment.
Get a diagnosis or come back in for your 3-month visit
Early detection and regular, professional maintenance are key to keeping periodontitis in check—visit us today for your best oral health.
While our Clinic is located in St. Louis, we proudly serve patients from surrounding areas . No matter where you’re coming from, you can count on us for trusted emergency dental care.
