Periodontal Therapy
Periodontal therapy is a dental procedure that is used to treat periodontal diseases. The most common forms of periodontal diseases deal with bacterial plaque and gum disease. Periodontal therapy removes plaque and prevents more harmful bacteria from growing on the teeth and gums.Gum disease, also known as gingivitis, occurs when bacteria forms on the gums, causing them to become inflammed, red, swollen, or bloody. Though bleeding gums is an obvious symptom of gum disease, there may be no symptoms at all in its earliest stages.
Periodontal therapy helps to promote good dental hygiene. The best prevention for periodontal diseases and to ensure good dental hygiene consists of; brushing, flossing, and using a waterpik at home, and regular cleanings by the dental hygienist. Additional therapies include scaling, deep scaling, and root planing.
Stages of gum disease (gingivitis/periodontitis)
