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Keep Your Smile Healthy With Gum Disease Treatment in Norwich

Your gums are just as important as your teeth for achieving a healthy smile – and healthy body. When a gum infection strikes, quick action can make all the difference. You can visit our practice for comfortable and thorough gum disease treatment in Norwich. Your dentist will:

Protect your natural teeth by treating gum disease at its earliest stages
Make daily routines like eating, brushing, and flossing more comfortable
Help you feel more confident in social and professional situations
Restore the healthy, pink appearance of your gums for a more attractive smile
Provide personalized instructions to help you avoid future gum problems

Call 860-215-4232 for an appointment.

Take Care of Your Gum Health With Thorough Care

At our general dental practice, we provide expert gum care that protects more than just your smile. Modern research has revealed strong connections between gum disease and serious health conditions, including heart disease and diabetes complications. That’s why we take a comprehensive approach to your gum health.

During your checkup, if your dentist spots signs of gum disease, they may recommend:

Scaling and Root Planing – This thorough deep cleaning treatment reaches below your gumline to remove harmful bacteria and buildup. Then your dentist carefully smooths out your tooth roots, creating a healthier environment for your gums to heal. For your comfort, we use local anesthetic to ensure a pain-free experience.
Arestin Treatment – As a follow-up, we may recommend Arestin. This powerful antibiotic is placed below your gumline, where it will slowly release medication over time to fight infection. The treatment is quick, painless, and works gradually over several weeks to target harmful bacteria.
Antimicrobial Irrigation – To further enhance your treatment, your dentist will use antimicrobial solutions to flush out bacteria from below your gumline. The process is comfortable, takes just minutes to complete, and provides an extra layer of protection against gum disease.

After your initial treatment, your dentist will create a personalized maintenance schedule—usually every three to four months—to keep your gums healthy. These visits include thorough cleanings, gum exams, and further preventive care to stop reinfection. Regular visits help ensure long-lasting results and protects your gum health.

Call 860-215-4232 for gum disease treatment in Norwich.

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Common Questions About Gum Disease Treatment

What is gum disease treatment? + –

Gum disease treatment is designed to rid your mouth of built-up tartar, plaque, and bacteria that can wreak havoc on your gums. We’ll first use special instruments to clean around and below your gumline where bacteria have collected. Then we’ll smooth your teeth roots to make it harder for bacteria to grow there. This treatment may need to be repeated every few months for best results.

What causes gum disease? + –

Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection caused by bacteria in your mouth. Bacteria form a clear, sticky film called plaque that builds up around your gumline, leading to inflamed and infected gums. Left untreated, the infection causes your gums to separate from teeth, creating pockets where more bacteria accumulate. In advanced stages of gum disease, the infection spreads from your gums to the bone that supports your teeth. Your teeth will loosen and potentially fall out.

Can you cure gum disease at home? + –

Gum disease, even in its early stages, cannot be cured at home. The condition results from bacterial plaque and tartar accumulating between teeth and gums, in areas inaccessible to regular brushing and flossing. Treatment requires professional intervention by a dental team. We will use specialized instruments to remove bacteria from these hard-to-reach areas and smooth tooth roots to prevent further bacterial buildup. This process, which can’t be replicated with home care alone, is essential for effectively treating gum disease.

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Keep Your Smile Healthy With Gum Disease Treatment in Norwich

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