Gum Disease Treatment
Gum Disease Prevention and Treatment in Carlsbad, North County
Gums that are swollen or that bleed easily during brushing and flossing may indicate the beginning stages of gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. As plaque builds up inside the mouth, bacteria grow on the teeth and gums. Infections then take root and eat away at tooth material, which is why it is important to brush and floss regularly and have your teeth cleaned professionally at a general dentistry practice like ours. For optimal oral health, we recommend regular gum disease checkups at our North County office. Patients who suffer from gum disease find that our dentists in Carlsbad provide quick and effective treatment.
Adult Care and Prevention
Gum disease is not caused by plaque buildup alone. Many people are at heightened risk for gum disease because of other factors. People who use tobacco products or certain medicines are more likely to develop gum disease. Your diet and stress level can also affect your oral health. To prevent gum disease, our Carlsbad practice, La Costa Dental Excellence, recommends that patients take the following measures:
- Brush your teeth after meals
- Floss once a day
- Rinse your mouth with an antiseptic mouthwash
- Visit our practice regularly for cleanings and checkups
- Avoid tobacco use
Professional Treatment
When brushing and flossing are ineffective at controlling plaque and bacterial growth, Dr. Stephen Dankworth or Dr. Kimberly Corrigan-Dankworth may prescribe antibiotics to prevent the gum disease from developing further. By killing the bacteria that cause gum irritation, antibiotics help the gums to heal. If the gums are still unresponsive to treatment, the patient may need to undergo surgery to rid the mouth of diseased gum tissue.
If you suffer from gum disease, contact our North County office for treatment as soon as possible.
Oral Cancer
Early detection of cancer is crucial, and our dentists take every precaution to identify signs of oral cancer while the disease is still in the precancerous stage. The beginning symptoms of oral cancer are subtle, but can be easily recognized by our dentists during a regular checkup. If our doctors find an abnormal area, a biopsy will be performed to determine if oral cancer has developed. La Costa Dental Excellence does not take chances with its patients' health. We are dedicated to caring for the health of your entire body.
Contact Our Office for a Dental Checkup
Preventing oral cancer and gum disease is easy - just contact our Carlsbad, North County office for a dental appointment. Our dentists can assess the state of your oral health and help you live free from disease.
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Contact La Costa Dental Excellence for cosmetic, implant, or sedation dentistry in the Carlsbad, San Diego County area.
