The periodontists at Radix Dentistry can address everything from bad breath and periodontal therapy to scaling and root planning or gum disease treatment. If you are looking for periodontal care, contact one of our Leander locations today.
Common Periodontal Treatments
Relieve Gum Disease
Treat your bad breath or bleeding gums. Same-day walk-ins are welcome. Open late and on Saturdays.
Doctor-Directed Care
Your treatment will be supervised in person by a real, celebrated dental periodontist.
Exam, X-Rays, & Cleaning
New patient special (exam/x-ray/healthy mouth cleaning) only $150.
Periodontal
- Bad Breath/Halitosis Therapy
- Periodontal Maintenance & Therapy
- Scaling & Root Planing
- Dental Implants
- Periodontal Surgery
Periodontal Services For You
We’re here for you when you need to treat your halitosis or periodontal disease. If you’ve experienced bad breath or bleeding gums, Radix Dentistry can help you find the right solution that brings relief—all in a compassionate, caring setting:
- Bad breath: One common response of bacterial activity in the mouth is bad breath (halitosis). The presence of gum (periodontal) disease can also be caused by persistent halitosis.
- Bleeding gums: Periodontal disease is a progressive bacterial infection that targets the gums, ligaments, and bone supporting the teeth.
- Missing teeth: Implants and bridges will fill the gap, should you unexpectedly lose a tooth or teeth.
Periodontal Treatments To Restore Your Smile
Periodontal disease is inflammation and infection of your gums and the bone that supports your teeth. It can be a result of poor hygiene. Symptoms may include bad breath, loose teeth, bleeding, and swollen gums. There are many treatments available, depending on the severity of the disease.
Specialized Dental Care For Periodontal Disease
If you’re experiencing any periodontal disease symptoms, Radix Dentistry is here for you. Book an appointment with your local periodontist today.
Periodontal Disease Symptoms
The more advanced stage of gum disease, periodontal disease, is not reversible and can lead to tooth loss. It’s important to get immediate dental support to maintain the health of your teeth and gums. The good news is, your Radix Dentistry team can design a care plan to restore your oral health.
Periodontal Disease (Periodontitis) Treatment Option
Your Radix Dentistry dentist will work with you to determine the best care plan for you and your smile. Discover possible periodontal disease treatment options below.
- Treatment for early-stage gum disease: Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease. It’s relatively easy to treat and can usually be controlled with a cleaning from your Radix Dentistry care team. Your team will also design a personalized treatment plan and give you helpful advice to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
- Treatment for periodontitis: If things progress beyond gingivitis, it can affect the bone supporting your teeth, also known as periodontitis. The first step to periodontal disease treatment usually involves scaling and root planing. This treatment may be done over more than one visit, depending on your personal needs.
- Scaling: First, your dentist or hygienist removes plaque and tartar with specialized instruments below the gumline and disinfects the area using medication.
- Root planing: Then, the root surfaces of your teeth are smoothed, or “planed”, to promote the gum tissue to heal and reattach to the roots of your teeth. To enhance healing and minimize any discomfort, it’s possible that your dentist may recommend a prescription for you.
- Treatment for advanced periodontitis: Sometimes, scaling and root planing aren’t enough to completely treat the gum disease. If your periodontal pockets don’t fully heal after scaling and root planing, periodontal surgery may be the best next step. Surgery can help remove plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach areas. Your dentist will advise you of the stage of gum disease and potential outcomes during the consultation.
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