Gum Disease Treatment
Gum disease treatment starts with understanding your gum health. Aventura Dental Center can evaluate your concerns and explain care options based on your findings.
What Is Gum Disease?
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, affects the tissues that support the teeth. It may begin as gingivitis and become more involved when it is not addressed. Bleeding, red or swollen gums, persistent bad breath, gum recession, or loose teeth are reasons to arrange an evaluation. These signs can have different causes, so an examination is needed to understand what is happening.
For more information about possible warning signs, read about the signs of gum disease.
How Is Gum Disease Evaluated?
A visit may begin with questions about your symptoms, medical history, medicines, tobacco use, and home-care routine. The dental team may look for redness, swelling, bleeding, deposits on the teeth, recession, and changes in tooth stability. They may measure the spaces around the teeth and recommend imaging when it is needed to evaluate supporting bone. This information helps distinguish early gum inflammation from more advanced periodontal concerns and supports an individualized care plan.
If cleaning and examination are part of your recommended care, you can learn about dental cleanings and examinations.
Gum Disease Treatment Options
The appropriate care depends on what an examination shows. Depending on the findings, care may include a professional cleaning, improved brushing and cleaning between the teeth, follow-up measurements, or periodontal treatment such as scaling and root planing when appropriate. More involved care or a referral may be discussed when gum disease is advanced. The dental team will explain what is recommended, how follow-up works, and what questions to ask before treatment begins.
Visit the services directory to explore other dental care options available from our Aventura office.
What Can You Do Between Visits?
Brush twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Clean between your teeth each day with floss, an interdental brush, or another method recommended for your mouth. Avoid tobacco products and follow the care instructions you receive. Home care supports gum health, but it does not replace a professional examination. If you have significant swelling, severe pain, fever, pus, or trouble swallowing or breathing, seek prompt professional guidance; trouble breathing requires emergency medical care.
Common Questions About Gum Disease Treatment
Talk With Aventura Dental Center
Concerned about your gums? Call Aventura Dental Center at (305) 933-2501 or contact our office to request a visit. We serve patients from our Aventura office at 18171 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33160. Ask about evaluation, treatment options, and costs for your situation.