Healthy gums are essential to maintaining healthy teeth and supporting your overall oral health. At Dental Art Clinic in Mount Prospect, IL, we provide periodontal care for patients from Mount Prospect, Arlington Heights, Wheeling, Prospect Heights, and surrounding communities.
Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, develops when bacteria and plaque contribute to inflammation and infection of the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth. Without appropriate care, gum disease can progress and may contribute to gum recession, bone loss, loose teeth, and eventually tooth loss.
Gum disease can develop gradually, and some patients may not notice significant symptoms during its early stages. Signs that may warrant a periodontal evaluation include:
● Red, swollen, or tender gums
● Bleeding when brushing or flossing
● Persistent bad breath
● Receding gums
● Increased tooth sensitivity
● Changes in the way your teeth fit together
● Loose or shifting teeth
A dental examination can help determine whether periodontal treatment is appropriate for your individual condition.
Treatment depends on the type and severity of gum disease and your individual oral-health needs.
Periodontal care may include:
● Periodontal examinations and monitoring
● Scaling and root planing (deep cleaning)
● Periodontal maintenance
● Treatment planning for gum and supporting-bone conditions
● Coordination of additional periodontal treatment when appropriate
If missing teeth need to be replaced following periodontal treatment, we can also discuss restorative options such as dental implants, depending on your individual needs.
Scaling and root planing, often called a deep dental cleaning, is a nonsurgical periodontal treatment used to remove plaque and tartar from below the gumline and clean the root surfaces of affected teeth.
Some patients who have been treated for periodontal disease may also need periodontal maintenance at intervals recommended by their dental provider. The appropriate schedule depends on the patient’s periodontal condition and treatment history.
Dental Art Clinic provides gum disease evaluation and periodontal treatment at our Mount Prospect clinic. If you experience bleeding or swollen gums, gum recession, persistent bad breath, or changes in your teeth, a dental evaluation can help determine whether periodontal treatment is appropriate.
Depending on your condition, treatment may include scaling and root planing (deep cleaning), periodontal maintenance, and other care based on your individual needs.
Good oral hygiene at home and regular professional dental care are important for maintaining healthy gums. Brushing, flossing, professional cleanings, and periodontal evaluations can help your dental team monitor changes in your gum health and identify problems that may require treatment.
Our team can recommend an appropriate preventive or periodontal maintenance schedule based on your individual oral health
Dental Art Clinic is located at 1512 N Elmhurst Rd, Mount Prospect, IL 60056, conveniently serving patients from Arlington Heights, Wheeling, Prospect Heights, Des Plaines, and surrounding Northwest suburbs.
Patients looking for periodontal care near Arlington Heights or Wheeling can receive evaluation and treatment at our Mount Prospect clinic.
If you are experiencing bleeding gums, gum recession, persistent bad breath, loose teeth, or other concerns about your gum health, contact Dental Art Clinic to schedule an evaluation.
Call (847) 590-5200 or request an appointment online at our Mount Prospect clinic.
M: 11 am to 7 pm
T: 10 am to 7 pm
W: 9 am to 6 pm
T: 10 am to 6 pm
F: 9 am to 5 pm
S: 9 am to 2 pm
S: Closed
