Professional cleanings here at Zysik Dental are often all that stands between you and a serious threat to the health of your gums and your teeth. Dental cleanings are done every six months, and are meant to eliminate tartar buildup along with residual plaque. Furthermore, they reverse the effects of early stage gum disease. Periodontal cleanings are necessary to manage late stage gum disease, which may either result from not getting a dental cleaning in the proper time frame, or the acceleration of gum disease's progress, such as from an underlying condition like diabetes.
The most significant difference between a dental cleaning and a periodontal cleaning is how deep they go. With periodontal cleanings, our
Massena best dentist gets right down to your roots in order to get at the plaque and tartar at the center of your symptoms. Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease, and its indications are typically irritation and redness, both of which tend to be on the mild side. You may not even be aware of the presence of gingivitis. It is not unusual for it to be diagnosed during a six month oral examination by our Massena best dentist. If, however, the problem advances, reaching the stage of periodontitis, the signs and the effects are more noticeable and severe. Inflammation and infection generally occur, and obvious symptoms include receding gums, persistent bad breath, and bleeding when you brush your teeth. Erosion of gum and bone tissue may follow, and eventually your teeth can loosen. This happens when your gums lose their strength and are no longer the dependable foundation that they're supposed to be. While a periodontal cleaning is the treatment of choice, it is best to never let it get to that point to begin with.
We urge you to schedule an appointment for a cleaning with our
Massena best dentist. Contact us right now.
