Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy smile. However, a gum infection can develop quietly, posing risks to both your oral and general health. Regular dental checkups will help you stay ahead of any oral health problems. Our practice also offers comprehensive gum disease treatment in Edmonds that will:
Call 425-243-0843 for an appointment.
Preventing dental problems is our top focus in our approach to your care. Your dental team prefers to proactively treat issues like gum disease. We’ve invested in technology that helps us identify and treat gum disease promptly and effectively. During your exam, our team will use intraoral cameras and digital X-rays to spot issues that may not be visible to the naked eye.
Whether or not you’ve noticed symptoms since your last checkup, your dentist will guide you back to optimal oral health. Depending on the severity of the infection, your dentist may suggest:
Call 425-243-0843 for gum disease treatment in Edmonds. You can also schedule online.
Gum disease is an infection caused by bacteria in your mouth. Bacteria form a clear, sticky film called plaque that builds up around your gumline, leading to inflamed and infected gums. Left untreated, the infection causes your gums to separate from teeth, creating “pockets” where more bacteria accumulate. In advanced stages, the infection spreads from your gums to the bone that supports your teeth. Your teeth will loosen and possibly fall out.
Nonsurgical gum disease treatment is designed to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria from around and under your gumline. Your hygienist or dentist will use special instruments to carefully get your gums back into shape, or they will use a gentle laser to remove damaged gum tissue and seal your gums back at the same time.
Your gum disease treatment should be completely comfortable. We’ll numb your gums, so you don’t feel any discomfort or pain during your treatment. In addition, if you’re nervous about your procedure, we offer two forms of sedation for relaxing care. Choose inhaled sedation using laughing gas or oral conscious sedation with a small pill.
