Gum Disease Treatment – Palos Heights, IL
Tackling the Harmful Effects of Gum Disease
Gum disease is among the most common oral health problems, estimated to impact as much as one out of every two adults in the nation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It can have drastic impacts on your oral health without timely treatment, which is why our team’s goal is to spot the signs of gum disease as early as possible to keep them from progressing or reverse them completely. We use the latest techniques and technology, like our dental laser, to battle harmful oral bacteria and restore your smile’s health with gum disease treatment in Palos Heights.
Why Choose Revival Dentistry for Gum Disease Treatment?
- Skilled & Compassionate Dental Team
- We Accept Dental Insurance
- Advanced Dental Laser
Scaling & Root Planing
Scaling and root planing is a two-step process that typically takes place over the course of two appointments with us. First, we’ll clear all plaque and calculus from the surfaces of your teeth as far down as the pockets of your gums. We’ll then remove all hardened bacteria deposits on the roots of your teeth to allow the soft tissue to healthily reattach to them. This will help control the number of harmful bacteria in the mouth, giving your body a little extra help fighting off the infection.
Laser Gum Disease Treatment
With our advanced dental soft tissue laser, we not only remove significant deposits using metal instruments but also combat bacteria effectively. The laser's light energy not only aids in disinfecting the pockets but also stimulates healing, potentially yielding superior results compared to scaling alone. This innovative approach ensures a thorough and enhanced treatment, contributing to improved oral health outcomes.
Osseous Surgery
As gum disease advances, addressing the deepening pockets and bone loss around the teeth demands more comprehensive treatment beyond what Scaling and Root Planning alone, typically conducted by hygienists, can achieve. In cases of advanced disease and persistent pocketing, Dr. Young performs Osseous surgery. This procedure goes beyond root disinfection, actively creating an improved environment to prevent the recurrence of the disease and promote lasting oral health.