Are you a resident of Pleasanton and struggling with your gums? Look no further than Dublin Corners Dental! We’re proud to offer all our periodontal and oral health services to all the residents of Pleasanton and the surrounding areas. To learn more, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us today!
Pleasanton is situated in Alameda County in central California. It is a suburb in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area and has a population of almost 75,000 residents. It’s home to the oldest one-mile racetrack for horses and businesses like Oracle and WorkDay. The city also enjoys pleasant weather year-round, has a historic downtown, and features a variety of trails and parks for those looking for outdoor recreation areas. Residents can also take advantage of the Pleasanton Farmers’ Market, Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park, and Stoneridge Shopping Center.
Periodontal disease is another name for gum disease. It’s the number one cause of tooth loss.
It involves the inflammation and infection of the gum tissue and results in symptoms like the following:
What causes periodontal disease? There are a variety of warning signs and risk factors that lead to periodontal disease, including plaque buildup, poor oral hygiene, hormonal changes, certain medical conditions, and genetics.
There are two common forms of gum disease: gingivitis and periodontitis. Periodontal disease progresses from gingivitis to periodontitis when left untreated. How long the disease progression takes depends on how soon treatment starts.
Gingivitis is a milder form and usually consists of inflammation of the gums. Periodontitis, on the other hand, is a much more severe gum disease and can involve damage to the bone supporting the teeth. This severe periodontal disease can also be chronic (chronic periodontitis), and the symptoms irreversible.
But is periodontal disease contagious? It can be! The bacteria that can lead to periodontal disease can pass through saliva from one person to another.
Anyone struggling with mild to advanced gum disease, in any form, is a good candidate for periodontal disease treatment. It’s best to treat gum disease before it turns serious and the effects are irreversible. Treatment can be especially beneficial if you’re struggling with gum inflammation, deep pockets between the teeth and gums, gum recession, loose teeth, bone loss, and pain.
At Dublin Corners Dental, we offer scaling and root planing for periodontal disease. This treatment is perfect for mild to moderate gum disease and involves your dentist or dental hygienist removing dental plaque, tartar, and bacteria from the gum line and then smoothing the rough areas where bacteria can build up. This can help prevent future gum disease as well.
If your periodontal disease is further along, tissue grafting, bone grafting, or periodontal surgery may be a better option. With these treatments, we take tissue or bone from another area of your body or mouth and secure it to the targeted treatment area to improve your oral health. There is also an option to use a synthetic graft or a donor graft, but the type of use can depend on each patient’s individual needs and circumstances.
After your treatment, we’ll also give you instructions on the best ways to prevent periodontal disease in the future.
Achieve optimal gum health with the help of periodontal disease treatment at Dublin Corners Dental! Our team, led by Dr. Shaghasi, is here to walk you through every step of your treatment to ensure you receive the personalized care you deserve. Ready to get started? Schedule a consultation today! Call our Pleasanton, CA office at 925-397-2157 or message us using our online contact form.