Periodontal disease treatment is vital in reversing the effects of gum disease. If treatment does not occur the effects will continue to grow and major oral health problems can occur. Periodontal disease can cause swollen and bleeding gums, while not only ugly, can in turn cause bad breath. As the gums become more diseased a receding gum line is common. This can cause the teeth to loosen in the mouth and this can cause tooth loss. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.

       Periodontal disease treatment begins with correctly diagnosing gum disease and how advanced it is. Without regular check ups at the dentists' office gum disease can advance a great deal, therefore requiring more serious treatment. Scaling and root planing is often the first step in treatment of periodontal disease. Periodontal charting provides a map of the mouth and the areas that are most effective. The periodontal chart created before th procedure is compared to the one created after and the course of treatment is decided from there.

       In some cases periodontal disease treatment needs to be more aggressive because of the extent of the damage done. Full blown periodontitis is one such case where aggressive treatment is needed. Periodontal surgery can have a great effect on the fight against the disease but is more often than not a last resort. Periodontal flap surgery and gum recontouring can restore a smile to its proper beauty and health.

       If you would like to learn more about periodontal disease treatment, please consider visiting us at the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our Atlanta dental team has over 45 years of combined experience serving Atlanta's dental needs. Our dentists in Georgia are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being and you are more than welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like schedule a free dental consultation appointment with our Atlanta Cosmetic dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call to make an appointment at 404-874-7428.