Gum Therapy

Gum Therapy in Minnetonka

Lake Minnetonka Family Dentistry can handle gum therapy for patients that are experiencing issues with periodontal disease. We specialize in gum treatments, as well as issues with the bone that supports the teeth. Periodontal disease begins with patients that have red, swollen, and bleeding gums. Periodontal disease is very important to treat, as it can be linked to other health risks such as stroke, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and bacterial pneumonia. If periodontal disease has advanced, we provide a special treatment called scaling and root planning, which is a deep cleaning of the entire gums and other surfaces. We can treat periodontal disease and get your gums on the right track.

Signs and Symptoms of Periodontal Disease

  • Bleeding gums – Gums should never bleed, even when you brush vigorously or use dental floss.
  • Loose teeth – Also caused by bone loss or weakened periodontal fibers (fibers that support the tooth to the bone).
  • New spacing between teeth – Caused by bone loss.
  • Persistent bad breath – Caused by bacteria in the mouth.
  • Pus around the teeth and gums – Sign that there is an infection present.
  • Receding gums – Loss of gum around a tooth.
  • Red and puffy gums – Gums should never be red or swollen.
  • Tenderness or Discomfort – Plaque, calculus, and bacteria irritate the gums and teeth.

Call Lake Minnetonka Family Dentistry Today for Gum Therapy Services

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