Gum Health Therapy for a Healthy-looking Smile

While much dental care attention goes to the teeth, your pearly whites would not be what they are were it not for the gums. The gums or gingiva encase your tooth roots and bones, acting as a protective barrier against harmful bacteria. Besides that, your gums support your teeth, holding them in place for the whole world to see.

Gums play a crucial role in your smile, yet many people don’t pay much attention to gum health. At Mark W. Johnson, DDS, we emphasize all-rounded dental care. We educate our patients on proper techniques to protect their gums but don’t hesitate to book an appointment with Dr. Mark Johnson when problems occur. We offer gentle periodontal care to keep your gums healthy.

The development of gum disease

Gum disease usually starts quietly. At the early stages of gum disease — gingivitis — you may notice bleeding and tenderness in your gums. When plaque and tartar are allowed to pitch a tent in your mouth, your gums become tender and pull away from your teeth. The damage doesn’t stop there. Gum infection causes chronic bad breath and tooth loss and triggers systematic health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease!

Gum disease isn’t something to take lightly. When you notice symptoms, seek treatment immediately while you still have time.

Periodontal treatment for a healthy smile

Treating gum disease doesn’t always require invasive, surgical treatments. In fact, the early form of gum disease can be reversed by diligent at-home oral care alongside routine dental cleanings. However, if you have mild gum disease, we recommend deep teeth cleaning to stop the infection. This treatment involves scaling to remove plaque and tartar below and above the gum line. Root planing smooths out tooth roots to encourage the reattachment of healthy tissues.

Other periodontal treatments include laser therapy to remove diseased tissue and grafting to restore healthy bone and gums. After you overcome your gum disease, we will give you tips to prevent the condition in the future.

Don’t let gum disease steal your smile!

Ready to overcome gum disease in Albuquerque, NM? Please call (505) 922-9511 to book an appointment with the team at Mark W. Johnson, DDS. Dr. Mark Johnson offers numerous periodontal treatments to stop gum disease in its tracks.