GUM DISEASE (PERIODONTAL DISEASE) AND DEEP CLEANING THERAPY
The Research is In: Periodontal Disease Can Double Your Chance of a Heart Attack
The Top Reasons For Periodontal Therapy/Gum Therapy/Deep Cleanings Are SYSTEMIC and ORAL:
SYSTEMIC PROBLEMS:
Gum Disease/Periodontal Disease Strains of Bacteria have been isolated and linked to the following systemic problems for the body including:
Increased Chance of Stroke
Respiratory Diseases
Heart Disease – In a recent article posted by
DentistryIQ.com, researchers found that people with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to have heart disease.
Diabetes
Erectile Dysfunction
Osteoporosis
Low Birth-Weight Babies and Pregnancy Problems
ORAL PROBLEMS:
Tooth Mobility, or “Wiggly Teeth”, that lead to loss of teeth and extraction/dentures
Root Sensitivity From Bone Loss and Exposed Roots of Teeth
Infection Spreading to Other Healthy Teeth When Not Having Therapy Performed
Having teeth firmly rooted in the bone enough that they can withstand chewing forces while eating for years to come.
Preventing further costs down the road like Gum Surgery and implant supported dentures.
Preventing further costs down the road like Gum Surgery and implant supported dentures.
Periodontal disease goes unnoticed often and is rarely discovered until it has progressed.
This is due to the fact that 50% of people do not go to see a dentist every 6 months.
According to the American Dental Association, 33% of Americans that are estimated to have it.
Why Choose Open Late Dentistry and Orthodontics for My Gum Therapy/Deep Cleaning?
PRECISE Results
We use Digital X-Rays to confirm all calculus is removed and your teeth have the very best chance at avoiding further pocketing
A Great ATMOSPHERE
As we guide you through the process of alleviating Dental Pain, our hospitality will put a Smile on Your face!
Small-Town CELINA CONVENIENCE
Have issues along the way? We are right next door, Celina Neighbor! Once your toothache has subsided, we are next door for cleanings/checkups and future Preventative Care.
Big-City TECHNOLOGY
Laser Pocket Disinfection
Dental Lasers Can Assist in our Soft Tissue Management Protocol by Helping to Rid Your Gum Tissues of Bacteria, As Well!
We Save You TIME!
We offer Same-Day Treatment, so you can feel better about your smile THAT day!
FLEXIBLE HOURS
We are Open Late until 7 P.M. and on Weekends (Saturdays) to fit dentistry into you and your family’s busy lifestyle
Periodontal Maintenance
Regular Cleanings are preventative and completed with your regular dental checkups.
These dental cleanings focus on removing plaque
Tartar that is not removed from prophylaxis can build and form under the gum line, which then leads to periodontal disease and can result in tooth or bone loss.
Periodontal Maintenance follows a “scaling and root planing.”
Periodontal maintenance – Typically to do a scaling and root planing, at least a couple of teeth have calculus on the dental x-rays in each quadrant.
Plaque doubles every month. If you come 6 months instead of 3 and have calculus deposits on the x-rays,
another deep cleaning may be necessary.
That is why Dr. Rouse recommends every 3 months for life, or until all periodontal pocketing is gone for an extended period of time, but this rarely happens.
Pockets are spaces between the teeth and gums where plaque and tartar form.
We are a family dentist located in Celina, Texas (TX), serving patients of all ages from Prosper, Gunter, Aubrey, Frisco, Anna, and the surrounding areas.
Call us at (972) 885-9670. We look forward to hearing from you!
Gum Therapy/Deep Cleaning F.A.Q.'s
How much does it cost?
Depends on the insurance.
Can deep cleanings cure bad breath?
Yes.
Most bad breath results from a proliferation of bacteria in the mouth. Because periodontal disease is a chronic infection harboring millions of bacteria in the deep gum pockets, bad breath is a common symptom. When deep cleanings reduce the bacterial count in the mouth, the problem of bad breath is usually improved.
How long does a deep cleaning take?
The duration of a deep cleaning depends on the condition of your teeth and gums, but most deep cleanings take 1-2 hours.
Food to avoid after a Deep Cleaning
Here are some foods to avoid after a deep cleaning:
Avoid sharp or crunch foods, like nuts and popcorn, for at least 24 hours post-treatment
Avoid hot foods and beverages, like hot soup or hot coffee, for about 48 hours post-treatment
Avoid highly acidic foods, like oranges and tomatoes, for at least 48 hours post-treatment
Avoid spicy foods and alcoholic beverages for at least 48 hours to promote healing
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