Periodontal Therapy
Some signs of unhealthy gums include: “bad breath”, heavy calculus build-up, puffy gums, gums that bleed, or loose teeth. This is a condition called periodontitis, or gum disease. Patients who have periodontitis will require periodontal therapy, which is commonly known as deep cleanings. During your first visit, we will take radiographs and measure your gums to determine if you have periodontitis.
Periodontal therapy allows us to access further into the areas between your teeth and gums to remove buildup, such as calculus and bacteria. Our team in Sunnyvale will work with you to design a periodontal therapy plan to get you to optimal health. By gently removing calculus and bacteria, the goal of a deep cleaning is to allow you to improve your gums and the overall health of your mouth. Brushing and flossing techniques are reviewed with patients. Patients who receive deep cleanings will be placed on a more frequent cleaning schedule to maintain their oral health.
Periodontal therapy allows us to access further into the areas between your teeth and gums to remove buildup, such as calculus and bacteria. Our team in Sunnyvale will work with you to design a periodontal therapy plan to get you to optimal health. By gently removing calculus and bacteria, the goal of a deep cleaning is to allow you to improve your gums and the overall health of your mouth. Brushing and flossing techniques are reviewed with patients. Patients who receive deep cleanings will be placed on a more frequent cleaning schedule to maintain their oral health.