Non Surgical Options for Treating Gum Disease

Gum disease ranges in severity from mild to advanced. While advanced periodontitis can require surgery to resolve, early gingivitis often responds to non-surgical treatments. The following options are examples of non-surgical solutions our Los Angeles periodontists may recommend for gum disease.

Improved Oral Hygiene

Very early in the course of gum disease, simply improving oral hygiene practices can stop and reverse the problem. This includes more frequent brushing and flossing, and a focus on foods that are good for the teeth and gums. 

Deep Cleaning

Also known as scaling and root planing, this treatment involves pulling back the gums from the teeth to clean underneath. The goal is to remove accumulated plaque and bacteria from the tooth roots and prevent periodontal pockets from enlarging further.

Antibiotics

Anti-bacterial measures used to treat gum disease include antiseptic mouthwash and antibiotic medications. Whereas antiseptic mouthwash often helps treat early gingivitis, prescription antibiotics are usually only used for stopping acute infections in severe periodontitis.

Gum disease treatment is simplest when the condition is in its early stages. With prompt care, oral and systemic complications are also less likely to develop. Patients can schedule a consultation with our expert in non surgicalperiodontal treatments in Los Angeles to learn more about the non-surgical methods of gum disease treatment.