Restore Gum Health with Periodontal Therapy in Raleigh, NC

Understanding Gum Disease

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is an infection of the bone and tissues surrounding and supporting your teeth. It is most often caused by poor dental hygiene, although some people are more prone to it than others. Gingivitis is the initial stage of gum disease, and it can develop in just a few days of poor dental habits. When you brush or floss your teeth, you may see your gums expand, turn red, and bleed.

Periodontitis, an advanced gum disease caused by bacteria and plaque that infect the gum pockets, can develop over a few weeks or a month as gingivitis worsens. It may result in bad breath, discomfort, and swollen gums. Tooth loss is a possible outcome of the most severe form of periodontitis.

Our Approach to Treating Periodontal Disease

At Luma Dental Studio, we offer Periodontal Therapy in Raleigh to treat different stages of gum disease. Periodontal Therapy combines different surgical and non-surgical procedures to manage gum infections.

Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatments

The most common non-surgical treatment we provide for periodontal disease is Scaling and Root Planning, also called “Deep Cleaning.” It involves removing tartar and plaque from the tooth’s root surface, which is located beneath the gum line. Then, our talented dentist, Dr. Chi, smooths the root’s surface to prevent bacteria from returning.

Expert Care for Gum Health

If you have gum disease, visit Luma Dental Studio for treatment immediately. We offer non-surgical periodontal therapy in Raleigh, along with a range of other dental services that can help restore oral health.