Do you have redness and puffiness on the gums? Are you bleeding while you brushing your teeth? Do you feel some kind of pain
while you eating? Are you suffering from persistent bad breath?
If you answer “yes” on even one of those questions, you might have
the periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums, which gradually destroys the support of your natural teeth.
How
is periodontal disease treated?
At Patelka Dental we treat periodontal disease with a procedure known as Scaling and Root Planing
(SRP).
Since periodontal disease is an infection, and the most infections are treated with antibiotics, we also offering
an Arestin treatment.
Arestin is a small amount of antibiotic powder that our dental specialist places into the infected areas
of your gums. This procedure is indicated as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP) procedures for reduction of pocket
depth. Arestin may be used as part of a periodontal program which includes good oral hygiene and scaling and root planning.
Good
oral hygiene, a balanced diet, and regular dental visits can help reduce your risk of developing periodontal disease.