Category: Periodontal Treatment

Periodontal Pocket Reduction

When you have periodontal disease, the gum tissue and the bone are destroyed, forming “pockets” around the teeth. Over time, these pockets become deeper, providing a larger space for bacteria to live. As bacteria develop around the teeth, they can accumulate and advance under the gum tissue. These deep pockets collect even more bacteria, resulting […]

Scaling and Root Planing

When you have active periodontal disease, routine cleanings are not enough because they are meant to clean the areas of the tooth that are above the gum line.