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Neighbors and Herod Family Dentistry

Dentists in Midlothian, VA

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Periodontal Treatment for Improved Health

Periodontal or gum disease requires regular maintenance to ensure that bacteria does not build up and cause serious gum, tooth, and bone damage. If you have gum disease, Drs. Neighbors and Herod can offer personalized periodontal treatment options at their comfortable Midlothian, VA practice.

To arrange an examination at Neighbors And Herod Family Dentistry to talk about Periodontal Treatment, Call at (804)-794-8745 Or Schedule An Appointment Online.

Why Is Periodontal Treatment Necessary?

When left untreated, gum disease does not go away on its own. As plaque, calculus, and tartar build up on the teeth and along the gum line, both hard and soft tissues become destroyed.

Gum disease begins as gingivitis, a condition that leaves the gums red, swollen, and prone to bleeding. Although people with gingivitis may not experience pain, they may notice these symptoms, as well as persistent bad breath.

In its moderate and severe stages, called periodontitis, gum disease begins to severely damage health gums and teeth. Without proper periodontal treatment and intervention, patients with gum disease risk eventual tooth loss. Plus, untreated gum disease has been linked to systemic problems including stroke, bacterial pneumonia, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.

Types of Periodontal Treatment

Gum disease can be treated with a number of methods, depending on the severity of your condition. Deep cleanings, or scaling and root planing, allow the dentist or hygienist to thoroughly clean and sanitize the teeth. To perform this, the gums are numbed with local anesthesia before cleaning the periodontal pockets. The teeth roots are also smoothed to hinder further plaque and debris from reattaching. When detected in its earliest stages, gum disease can be managed with one or two deep cleanings.

In more serious cases of periodontal disease, surgical intervention may be necessary. During this treatment, the gums will be moved back away from the teeth so the infection can be cleaned out. Once complete, the gums will be repositioned and sutured into place.

Keeping Gum Disease From Getting Worse

The best ways to prevent gum disease from worsening is to maintain a healthy oral hygiene program at home and keep your regular dental appointments throughout the year.

To arrange an examination at Neighbors And Herod Family Dentistry to talk about Periodontal Treatment, Call at (804)-794-8745 Or Schedule An Appointment Online.

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Contact Your Midlothian, VA Dental Clinic Today

If you are seeking a dental home for you or your family, we invite you to visit our practice. For over 40 years, we have proudly served Midlothian, VA as well as the surrounding communities of Richmond, Powhatan, Amelia, and Chesterfield. Book an appointment online or call our office at (804) 794-8745.

Phone Number

804-794-8745

Email Address

[email protected]

Our Location

1009 Crowder Drive, Midlothian, VA 23113

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OUR PROCEDURES

Exams, Cleanings, And Prevention

Dental X-Rays

Oral Cancer Screening

Cosmetic Dentistry

Implant Dentistry

Periodontal Treatment

Invisalignⓡ

Children’s Dentistry

Sleep Apnea Appliances

Root Canal Therapy

Dental Night Guards

Dentures And Partial Dentures

Tooth Extractions

OUR LOCATION

WORKING HOURS

  • Monday 7:30AM - 5PM
  • Tuesday 7:30AM - 5PM
  • Wednesday 7AM - 3PM
  • Thursday 7:30AM - 5PM
  • Friday 7AM - 3PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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