FAQ Category: periodontal
It’s mainly caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria that hardens into tartar and irritates the…
Conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, smoking, or immune disorders can influence disease progression and healing. We assess your overall…
After active treatment, patients commonly return every 3–4 months for maintenance to control bacterial repopulation and keep the disease in…
Procedures like scaling and root planing are done under local anesthesia and are generally well tolerated. Surgical procedures may cause more…
We use a periodontal probe to measure pocket depths, chart gum attachment, look for bleeding or recession, and may take X-rays to assess bone…
In the gingivitis stage, yes, with proper hygiene and cleaning. Once bone and tissue are lost, the process isn’t fully reversible, but it can often…