What Is Non Surgical Periodontal Therapy?
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory condition triggered by plaque bacteria. Over time, the inflammation breaks down the gum attachment and bone that hold the teeth in place, creating pockets between the gums and teeth where bacteria can thrive.
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Non surgical periodontal therapy, often called deep cleaning, treats these pockets without cutting or stitching the gums.
Stages of Non Surgical Periodontal Therapy
Periodontal assessment
Your dentist records a full periodontal chart, measuring pocket depths, bleeding, gum recession and tooth mobility around every tooth.
Risk factor control
Treatment results depend heavily on daily plaque control at home. You will receive tailored guidance on brushing and cleaning between the teeth.
Root surface debridement
Under local anaesthesia, ultrasonic and hand instruments remove calculus and biofilm from the root surfaces inside each pocket.
Adjunctive treatment
For isolated deep pockets or sites that respond poorly, your dentist may recommend a local antimicrobial placed directly into the pocket.
Benefits of Treating Gum Disease Early
Addressing periodontitis before it advances offers advantages that go well beyond cleaner teeth.
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Healthier gums. Bleeding reduce as inflammation settles.
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Fresher breath. Removing bacteria trapped in deep pockets tackles a common cause of persistent bad breath.
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More stable teeth. Loose teeth often firm up once inflammation is controlled.
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Less need for surgery. Many pockets respond well to non surgical care alone.
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Periodontitis is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults. When a tooth is lost, options such as a dental implant can restore function, but treating the gums early gives your natural teeth the best chance of lasting a lifetime.
You may benefit from treatment if you have:
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Gums that bleed when you brush or floss
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Red, swollen or receding gums
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Persistent bad breath or an unpleasant taste
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Teeth that feel loose or have started to drift apart
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Gum pockets of 4 mm or deeper found at a check up
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A diagnosis of periodontitis that has not yet been treated
If your gums are sore right now, these ways to relieve gum pain can help in the short term, but they will not remove the cause.
Where deep pockets remain after reassessment, surgical periodontal treatment may be considered, and your dentist will explain the options clearly.
Why Choose Sola Dental for Periodontal Therapy
Dental Surgeon - Aileen Loo
Successful periodontal treatment depends on careful charting, meticulous cleaning of every root surface and a maintenance plan that fits your life. Rushing any of these steps leaves bacteria behind and allows the disease to return.
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At Sola Dental, we take the time to explain your periodontal findings, so you understand exactly where your gums stand and what is needed to keep them stable. Our goal is not a single deep clean, but healthy gums you can maintain for years to come.
