Gum disease is a serious condition that can lead to tooth loss and other severe complications if left untreated. Peninsula Dental Associates provides periodontal therapy and prevention to protect you and your family from gum disease in Foster City, Redwood Shores, and surrounding areas.
If you keep up with routine exams and teeth cleanings every six months, our team will likely identify any potential signs of gum disease during your regular appointment. However, there are also signs you can watch out for at home.
Bad breath is one of the most common signs of gum disease, as the bacteria responsible for gum disease give off a foul odor. You can also experience red, swollen, sore, or bleeding gums. As the disease progresses, visible gum recession and loose teeth can develop.
Any of these signs are reasons to reach out to Peninsula Dental Associates immediately.
We will evaluate your condition to determine which treatment options to recommend. In the early stages of gum disease, deep cleaning can be highly effective. This treatment is similar to routine teeth cleaning, but we use special tools to reach deeper into pockets around your teeth.
Removing plaque and tartar at the base of the teeth can help stop the progression of gum disease. Root planing involves another set of tools that smooths those surfaces, making it harder for bacteria to take hold again. We’ll also provide oral hygiene advice to help you minimize the risk of gum disease returning.
Our team uses the latest technology to treat more advanced gum disease. We use a soft-tissue laser to carry out laser periodontal therapy. This treatment removes inflamed and infected gum tissue while offering improved comfort and reduced recovery time compared to traditional gum surgery.
Gum disease is serious, but prevention and early treatment can stop its progression. The Peninsula Dental Associates team is committed to our patients' ongoing health. That’s why we provide prevention and treatment for gum disease in a warm and welcoming environment, taking advantage of the latest dental technologies.