Periodontal Disease Treatments in Winchester, VA

Advanced Procedures to Resolve Detrimental Gum Disease

There are multiple forms of gum disease that a person can encounter, such as gingivitis, periodontitis, and advanced periodontists. Depending on what kind of gum disease and how advanced it is, there is a wide range of treatment options that Dr. Gerald Brown can review with you to select the best course of action. For nearly 30 years, Amherst Dental Practice has been committed to providing our patients with a positive experience when they visit our office. As a Winchester family dentist, Dr. Brown is focused on helping you have healthy gums and teeth.

Call us at (540) 779-8661 to learn more about periodontal disease treatment in Winchester, VA.

Symptoms of Periodontal Disease

• You could be experiencing a type of gum disease if you are noticing:
• Persistent bad breath that is caused by bacteria
• Teeth that have become loose
• Bleeding gums
• A receding gum line
• Pus or signs of infection around a tooth or the gums
• New spaces between teeth opening
• Tenderness and discomfort of the gums

What Are Potential Causes of Gum Disease?

• Poor oral health practices
• Tobacco use
• Hormonal changes
• Genetics
• Poor nutritional habits

Types of Gum Disease Treatments

At Amherst Dental Practice, we will do all we can to make you feel comfortable with any procedure or treatment you receive from us. To address periodontal disease, you can receive scaling and root planning. This process involves removing plaque and tartar, treatment with antibiotics, and a prescription mouthwash. Tissue regeneration is utilized to help promote the regrowth of bone and gum tissues that has been eroded away by disease. Pocket elimination surgery can be used as a surgical treatment to reduce the size of pockets that can develop between the gums and teeth.

For more information about how we can help you with periodontal disease treatment in Winchester, contact us at (540) 779-8661.