Periodontal Disease Treatment in Fulshear, TX

What is periodontal disease?

Periodontal disease (periodontitis) is a chronic, advanced bacterial infection that damages the soft tissues and bone supporting your teeth. At MK Dental Studio, we treat periodontal disease with professional periodontal therapy to remove deep bacterial buildup, help slow bone loss, and stabilize your oral health before the condition leads to tooth mobility or loss.

Understanding Periodontal Disease: Causes and Symptoms

Periodontal disease occurs when early gum inflammation (Gingivitis) is left untreated. Over time, bacterial plaque and hardened tartar push deep beneath the gumline. This causes the gums to pull away from the teeth, forming infected “pockets.” As your body’s immune system fights the infection, the toxins break down the essential bone and connective tissues that hold your teeth firmly in place.

Advanced Signs of Periodontal Disease:

• Gums that are swollen, bright red, or purplish, and bleed heavily during cleaning.
• Deep spaces or visible “pockets” forming between your teeth and gums.
• Noticeable gum recession, making your teeth appear longer than usual.
• Loose or shifting teeth, or a sudden change in how your teeth fit together when you bite.
• Persistent bad breath or pus appearing between your teeth and gums.

How We Treat Periodontal Disease at MK Dental Studio

While advanced periodontal disease cannot be completely cured, it can be successfully managed and halted. Our clinical team uses targeted therapies to clean out the infection and encourage the healing of your gum tissues:

1. Periodontal Pocket Charting: We use precise diagnostic instruments during a Comprehensive Evaluation to measure the exact depth of the pockets around each tooth, establishing a clear baseline for your recovery.
2. Periodontal Therapy (Scaling & Root Planing): We perform a Deep Cleaning under local anesthesia, meticulously removing bacterial buildup from deep beneath the gumline and smoothing the tooth roots to help gum tissue reattach.
3. Long-Term Maintenance: Periodontal health requires ongoing care. We design a rigorous periodontal maintenance schedule with regular cleanings to monitor your pocket depths and ensure the infection does not return.

Ongoing Care After Periodontal Treatment

Treating gum disease is not a one-time fix. Once your gums have been treated, the goal is to keep the infection from coming back. A few things help:

• Keep your maintenance visits. Many patients with a history of gum disease need cleanings more often than every six months. Dr. Khanani will recommend a schedule that fits your gums.
• Clean along the gum line every day. Brush twice a day and clean between your teeth with floss or another interdental cleaner.
• Watch for warning signs, like bleeding, swelling, bad breath that won’t go away, or teeth that feel loose.
• If you smoke, ask us about resources to help you quit. Tobacco makes gum disease harder to control.
• Tell us about changes in your health or medications.

With steady care at home and regular visits, many patients keep their gums stable for the long term. Call us at 281-219-8000 or book online.