GUM DISEASE AND SCALE TREATMENT

Gum disease is an inflammation of the gum tissue that could affect the teeth and  supporting bone in your mouth. The three stages of gum disease from least to most  severe are gingivitis, periodontitis and advanced periodontitis. Advanced gum disease is  one of the most common causes of tooth mobility and tooth loss. Plaque bacteria, acids  and certain foods all contribute to the development of gum disease. You should visit the  dentist every six months for your dental check­up and professional cleaning to diagnose  and prevent or treat gum disease. The main treatment for gum disease is scaling and  root planning for advanced stages of the disease. At Sanctuary Lakes Family Dental,  we will help you treat the cause of your gum disease and and teach you how to maintain  meticulous oral hygiene at home which plays a very important role in the prevention or  progression of gum disease.