Periodontics - Cleveland, TN
Keep Smiling by Treating Your Gums with Professional TLC
Heal Your Gums and Protect Your Health with Expert Treatment
Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have some form of gum disease, and it’s the leading cause of tooth loss. Periodontal disease causes inflammation and a gum infection in the tissues that support your teeth, but this progressive condition can also impact your systemic health.
The good news is that gingivitis treatment in Cleveland, TN, from Dr. Mark Dill and the Bradley Dental Center team can prevent periodontitis (advanced gum disease) from wreaking havoc on your teeth, smile, and life!
Recognize the Warning Signs of Gum Disease
- Red, puffy, or tender gums
- Bleeding when brushing or flossing
- Persistent bad breath (halitosis)
- Loose or shifting teeth
- Painful eating and chewing
- Receding gums (gums pulling away from your teeth)
- Changes to your bite or fit of partial dentures
Outsmart Gum Disease with Prevention and Prompt Intervention
At Bradley Dental Center, we emphasize prevention through regular cleanings, good oral hygiene habits, and early intervention. But rest assured, if you have ailing gums, your soft tissue is in expert hands because Dr. Dill has extensive experience diagnosing and treating all stages of gum disease. And if you’re worried about gum disease treatment in Cleveland, TN straining your finances, we offer several types of dental financing.
Our Soft Gum Tissue Treatments In Cleveland, TN
Scaling and Root Planing
Scaling and root planning in Cleveland, TN, is the cornerstone treatment for chronic gum disease that has advanced past gingivitis. During scaling, plaque and tartar are removed above and below your gumline, down to the periodontal pockets. The goal of root planing is to smooth tooth roots, thereby helping your gums reattach to your teeth and prevent future bacterial buildup.
Gingivectomy
When advanced periodontal disease in Cleveland, TN, can’t be treated with scaling and root planing, a gingivectomy is often the next step. Dr. Dill numbs the area, makes small incisions, and removes or reshapes diseased gum tissue to reduce pocket depth. A protective covering is then applied to the gums to enhance healing.
