Scaling and Root Planing... a non-surgical approach to gum disease

Periodontal (gum) disease is a condition in which bacteria attack the tissues and surrounding support (the bone) of the teeth. Simply put, it is an infection that can result in tooth loss if not treated. Because it is often painless, you may not be aware that you have a problem until your gums and bone are seriously affected. The good news is that periodontal diseases often can be treated in the early stages with a treatment called scaling and root planning.

Some of the early warning signs of periodontal disease include:

• Gums that bleed easily.
• Red, swollen, or tender gums.
• Gums that have pulled away from the teeth.
• Pus between the teeth and gums when the gums are pressed.

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