If you are experiencing red, swollen and bleeding gums, these are the first signs of early-stage periodontal disease. If left untreated plaque will continue to build up, and the gum pockets will grow deeper. This will contribute to more inflammation and rapid accumulation of plaque that is more difficult to clean. After the sticky layer hardens and becomes tartar, it can no longer be effectively removed with regular brushing and flossing. Periodontal treatment in Plano, TX is the only way to end the progression of gum disease and prevent teeth and bone loss.

Periodontal Treatment in Plano

At Lutke Dental periodontal treatment in Plano is a two-step process that involves a deep cleaning beneath the gum line.

Scaling and Root Planing

At Lutke Dental, our dentists in Plano perform scaling and root planing to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria at the root.

• Scaling: Scaling removes plaque, tartar, and bacteria both above and below the gum line
• Root Planing: Your Plano dentists perform root planing to smooth out rough root surfaces and help the gum reattach to the tooth.

Scaling completely removes plaque, bacteria, and tartar above and beneath the gum line. Our Plano dentists clean the entire area, all the way down to the floor of the gum pocket. Once the scaling process is complete, the root planing procedure will commence. Your Lutke Dental dentists in Plano will smooth the root surface so the gums can reattach and heal properly.

It may take one or more visits to achieve the desired results. Afterward, a follow-up visit will be booked to see how well your gums have healed and to measure the depth of your gum pockets. Additional treatment may be necessary if the pockets have gotten any deeper.

Periodontal Laser Treatment

If you have a serious oral health condition more aggressive periodontal treatment may be needed, your Plano dentist may recommend laser gum surgery. This modern procedure replaces the scalpel with a laser. No cutting means no stitches are needed, a faster recovery time, less sensitivity and root exposure, and less bleeding compared to traditional endodontic surgery.