Periodontal Treatment in Troy, NY

At Evergreen Dental Care, we believe that the best way to solve dental issues is to prevent them from starting. Good oral hygiene and routine visits to the dentist are critical for avoiding gingivitis and periodontal disease.  

We are a judgment-free dentist's office, meaning, whatever the condition of a patient's smile, or the stage of their periodontal disease, we will see them.

Don't put off addressing gingivitis and periodontal disease with your local Troy and Brunswick dentist.

woman smiling while talking on phoneGingivitis

One of the most common medical issues in America, many people will have some degree of gingivitis in their lifetime. It is the first stage of periodontal disease and the only one that is reversible. For this reason, getting treatment for gingivitis and improving oral healthcare routines are essential for affected patients. 

What Causes Periodontal Disease?

When bacteria are allowed to multiply in the mouth, they release acid as a by-product. As a result, plaque turns into tartar, hardening and irritating the gums.

Tartar is too hard to remove with a toothbrush or floss, which is why we recommend patients stay on top of their twice-a-year cleanings. Once tartar forms by the gums, it will inflame and irritate them, and as the tartar builds under the gum line, it breaks the protective seal of the gums from around the teeth.

Advanced Stages of Periodontal Diseasenormal tooth compared to tooth and gums with periodontitis

If gingivitis is allowed to progress, the damage that periodontal disease causes become permanent, and the patient's options are limited. However, proper care and regular visits with the dentist can help control the symptoms and mitigate further damage that periodontal disease can cause.

Gingivitis advances toward periodontal disease as bacteria move deeper into the bone. 

If left unchecked, this problem can progress until jaw bone becomes exposed. Ultimately this can cause teeth to decay, loosen, and eventually fall out. It can cause bone loss in the jaw and compromise the patient's immune system if the area becomes further infected.

Periodontal disease makes other issues like cavities more common because the gums can no longer protect the teeth.
Though the damage caused by advanced stages of periodontal disease is not reversible and cannot be fully cured, your dentist can help control its progression and reduce the damage it does.

How to Avoid Periodontal Disease

Even if a patient's oral hygiene has not been up to standard, it's not too late to improve the regularity and quality of oral care to help mitigate periodontal disease. In addition, these good habits can help prevent these issues from ever forming in healthy patients. Here are some ways to help prevent periodontal disease or mitigate its advancement.

  • Avoid sugary and acidic foods that feed bacteria and damage enamel
  • Adopt an oral hygiene routine, brushing at least twice a day and flossing at least once
  • Stop or cut back on smoking
  • Stay hydrated to help keep up oral health
  • Seek professional care from a dentist for preventive maintenance

Plan Your Next Appointment at Our Troy Dental Office

Whether you are experiencing early gingivitis or are trying to manage advanced stages of periodontal disease, Evergreen Dental Care provides expert knowledge and experience combined with a kind touch.

Contact us today to schedule a time to meet with Dr. Chi for an examination and consultation to see how we can help you smile again.