Gum Disease - Billings, MT
Control Gum Disease with Effective Dental Treatments
What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a prevalent condition that affects over 50 percent of all Americans to some degree, but if caught early, can be effectively eliminated before serious damage occurs. Gum disease is a progressive infection affecting the gum tissue, jaw bone and teeth. The beginning stages of gum disease is gingivitis, which is curable if caught early. If left untreated, gum disease will eventually progress to periodontitis and advanced periodontitis, an incurable condition that damages both the hard and soft tissues of the mouth. At Thomas Smile Designs, we always check your mouth for signs of gum disease so it can be caught and treated in a timely manner. We offer effective methods of treatment, including state-of-the-art laser gum therapy for a minimally invasive approach.
Our Gum disease Treatments
When gum disease is discovered it is important to treat the symptoms as soon as possible. We offer a variety of effective treatments for mild to moderate cases of gum disease, including advanced laser gum therapy. Many patients choose laser therapy to treat gum disease because of how gentle and comfortable treatment is. Using gentle laser light, we are able to destroy bacteria and infected gum tissue without the need for scalpels or sutures and with minimal discomfort.
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Scaling and root planing
Used to remove bacteria and tartar that has built up beneath the gum line, scaling and root planing uses fine instruments to cleanse this area where you cannot reach with a regular toothbrush or floss.
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Gingivectomy
When gum tissue has become infected by disease, we can surgically remove the infected gums. We will surgically remove the infected tissue to allow for healthy reattachment of your gums to teeth.
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Laser Gum Therapy
The gentle removal of infection from gums and tooth roots using minimally invasive laser light. Laser gum therapy gently removes gum diseasewithout harming healthy tissue.
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Periodontal maintenance
For those that have been diagnosed with periodontitis, you will need regular maintenance visits every three months to ensure infection stays at bay. We will perform deep cleanings on your teeth and gums to eradicate harmful bacteria.
Save Your Oral Health with Timely Treatment
With timely treatment of gum disease, we can bring your smile back to the pinnacle of health and beauty. Many patients do not even know they suffer from gum disease until they experience painful symptoms or a dental professional informs them. We are experienced in identifying and treating gum disease before severe damage occurs. For those with dental anxiety, we offer relaxing sedation dentistry to help you receive the care you need.
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Address
1501 14th St W #215,
Billings, MT 59102
New Patient (406) 298-4485
Current Patient (406) 256-5165
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