Non-Invasive Options for Treating Periodontal Disease

Good oral health is much more than a pretty smile. Your gums and teeth must be strong and healthy to keep your smile beautiful long-term. Hidden decay and gum disease can undermine your smile very quickly. Through regular dental checkups, Dr. Khalid Sajjad can monitor your oral health and take care of problems early before they become major issues. Routine checkups and cleanings at our Earl E Gaball DDS, Battle Creek, Michigan office, prevent decay and periodontal disease. 

About Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease is an advanced gum infection caused by plaque and tartar buildup on your teeth. Symptoms of early periodontal disease, known as gingivitis, can often be reversed through routine dental cleanings. In its advanced stage, however, periodontal disease requires more in-depth treatment by your dental specialist. Dr. Sajjad offers non-invasive periodontal treatments to curtail the symptoms of periodontal disease.

Warning Signs of Gum Disease

Early gum disease has few symptoms, so it often goes unnoticed. You may experience mild swelling in your gums or slight bleeding when you brush your teeth. 

In its advanced stage, periodontal disease can cause: 

• Tender, swollen gums.
• Painful chewing.
• Receding gums.
• Tooth sensitivity.
• Loose teeth, which can eventually lead to tooth loss. 

You may need periodontal treatment if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms.

Non-Invasive Options for Treating Gum Disease

Routine cleanings are often enough to keep early gum disease in check and reverse its symptoms. To treat periodontal disease, Dr. Sajjad may recommend deep cleaning. 

Deep cleaning involves scaling and root planing your teeth. Scaling removes all plaque and tartar on your teeth, above and below your gum line. It also eliminates pockets of bacteria that may have formed between your gums and teeth. Root planing smooths your root surfaces to keep plaque at bay. Deep cleaning helps minimize the symptoms of periodontal disease to give your gums a chance to heal. 

Periodontal Treatments Near Me

To schedule a deep cleaning treatment at our Battle Creek, MI office, contact Dr. Khalid Sajjad at (269) 883-1674. We also serve the residents of Marshall, Kalamazoo, Athens, Climax, Albion, Charlotte, Jackson, Hastings, and Galesburg, MI.

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