A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants. Periodontists are also experts in the treatment of oral inflammation.

Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning below the gumline used to treat gum disease.

This helps remove bacteria that contribute to the gum disease while also getting rid of areas where the bacteria may gather. Deep cleaning may cost between $140 and $300, depending on your location and your dentist. Your insurance may or may not cover it.

Gum disease develops in “stages,” ranging from mild to advanced. If you’re diagnosed with advanced gum disease, also called periodontitis, a deep cleaning can help restore your oral health and prevent tooth loss.

In some cases, heavy accumulation of hard tartar buildup splints teeth together. This can mask the amount of bone loss and give a false impression of stability. When we remove that buildup, it can expose the looseness that is already present. Thus, the teeth can feel loose after a deep cleaning.

Laser Periodontal Therapy This is a relatively new treatment option that allows for very in-depth cleaning of the roots and under the gums. During this procedure a laser pulses over the infected area to kill the germs living there. Once this is done then the gums can begin to heal and regenerate.

Turmeric gel application

1. Brush your teeth.
2. Rinse thoroughly.
3. Apply the gel to your gums.
4. Let the gel sit for 10 minutes.
5. Swish water around your mouth to collect all of the gel.
6. Spit the water out.
7. Repeat two times a day.

How to Clean Your Teeth and Gums

1. Gently brush your teeth on all sides with a soft-bristle brush and fluoride toothpaste.
2. Use small circular motions and short back-and-forth strokes.
3. Brush carefully and gently along your gum line.
4. Lightly brush your tongue or use a tongue scraper to help keep your mouth clean.

“We normally recommend to angle the brush at a 45-degree angle against the gumline,” Malmstrom says. That gets the gum line. Then go for the rest of the tooth, with strokes that roll up and down.

It is very important to properly brush your teeth and gums every day to prevent tooth loss and gum disease. Gum disease is caused by the bacteria found in plaque and has three stages: gingivitis, mild to moderate periodontitis, and advanced periodontitis.

Only chewing gums that are sugar-free can be considered for the ADA Seal. They are sweetened by non-cavity-causing sweeteners such as aspartame, sorbitol or mannitol. Chewing sugar-free gum has been shown to increase the flow of saliva, thereby reducing plaque acid, strengthening the teeth and reducing tooth decay.