3 Types of Gum Disease Treatment

General dentistry has several approaches to gum disease treatment. The goal is to prevent complications like tooth loss, relieve pain and discomfort, and restore the patient's smile. Gum disease is caused by plaque buildup. The three types of gum disease treatment are: 1) Non-surgical treatments such as professional dental cleaning, scaling and root planing (deep cleaning to remove tartar from above and below the gum line), and antibiotic therapy. 2) Surgical treatments including flap surgery (to reduce the space between teeth and gums), bone and tissue grafts to regenerate damaged tissue, and guided tissue regeneration. 3) Preventive treatments including improved oral hygiene habits, more frequent professional cleanings, and lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking. Treatment depends on the stage and severity of the gum disease.