When you begin to experience sore, red, and bleeding gums, this could indicate a serious oral health issue that needs attention. Otherwise, you risk the onset of issues like tooth loss! In today’s blog, Dr. Ann Kania talks about how we manage the disease behind symptoms like bleeding gums to protect your smile.
The Warning Signs of Periodontal Disease
How do you know when to seek periodontic care? Any changes to your gums could signal possible complications, so you should reach out to our team right away for a diagnosis and to discuss possible treatment options. If you have sore and red gums, if they bleed easily, or if they recede (which makes teeth appear longer), then you should see our team for a diagnosis. Our team can conduct one with digital imaging, so we can accurately assess the cause and severity of the disease, allowing us to choose the right treatment options!
Causes and the Link to Tooth Loss
Periodontal disease starts when the gums become inflamed, which could be due to factors like poor brushing and flossing habits, diet high in sugar and starch, infrequent cleanings, and tobacco use. Without treatment, the disease will progress until it eventually reaches a stage known as periodontitis. At this stage, the attachment tissues between your teeth and gums could weaken, leading to loose and missing teeth. But we can help preserve your smile, stopping symptoms like discomfort and bleeding, and preventing tooth loss.
Help with Laser Dentistry and More
If we catch periodontal disease in the early stages, then our team could offer a deep cleaning to remove harmful plaque and tartar buildup from the teeth and roots. We then manage the disease with preventive visits and better homecare habits. For more severe cases, we could use dental lasers to trim away diseased tissues and to destroy harmful oral bacteria. With treatments like Platelet Rich Plasma, we could help facilitate a fast and effective healing period too.
At home, you can help by making sure you brush and floss daily, limit the sugar and starch in your diet, and by avoiding tobacco products. These actions also fight issues like tooth decay! If you have any questions about how we use dental lasers and other treatments to manage periodontal disease and stop bleeding, then contact our team today to learn more and start your treatment journey. Let’s boost the health, beauty, and strength of your smile this summer!
Schedule Your Appointment for Laser Treatment
Our team wants to help protect your oral health and avoid the long-term issues related to periodontal disease. To learn more about managing your poor oral health and avoiding tooth loss, then call Dr. Ann Kania in Encinitas, CA, today at 760-642-0711.