Get Your Healthy Smile Back With Gum Disease Treatment in Powell

A gum infection is sneaky. It’s often barely noticeable until it becomes a serious problem. When you visit us for regular checkups, we can recognize the signs of an infection in the early stages. However, even if you notice signs on your own, you can find help at My Family Dentistry. Gum disease treatment in Powell will:

  • Treat the infection before it leads to tooth loss and other consequences
  • Revive your healthy gum tissue
  • Improve your confidence in your smile
  • Stop bothersome side effects like bad breath
  • Make your at-home oral care routine easier

Call 865-685-9939 for an appointment. If you don’t have insurance, join our Advantage Program for savings on dental care. We have membership options for patients vulnerable to gum disease.

Restore Your Gum Health & Love Smiling Again

Prioritize Gum Health for a Healthier Body
Prioritize Gum Health for a Healthier Body

Your gums play a crucial role in your overall health. Ignoring gum disease not only harms your smile but can increase your risk for heart disease, stroke, and other systemic issues. Fortunately, you don’t have to live with infected gums.

During your appointment, your dentist will assess the level of infection and recommend treatments like scaling and root planing to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent future infections. Depending on your needs, follow-up treatments may be required to restore your gum health and protect your overall well-being.

Find Comfortable Treatment Options
Find Comfortable Treatment Options

We offer various treatments to help restore your gums and ensure your comfort throughout the process. In addition to scaling and root planing, antibacterial rinses can improve gum health by eliminating bacteria and freshening your breath. For patients experiencing gum loss, a gum grafting procedure can restore a healthy gumline using tissue from your mouth or a donor.

To make your visit relaxing, we offer dim lighting, cozy blankets, and TV options. If you feel anxious, oral sedation or laughing gas is available to help you feel at ease during treatment. Call 865-685-9939 if you need gum disease treatment in Powell. You can also schedule online.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gum Disease Treatment

What is gum disease treatment?

Gum disease treatment is designed to get rid of plaque, tartar, and bacteria from around and below your gumline. At My Family Dentistry, we offer two types of gum disease treatment, including scaling and root planing, and antibacterial rinses. Your dentist will help decide on the right type of treatment based on your needs.

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 accumulates. In the advanced stages of gum disease, the infection spreads from your gums to the bone that supports your teeth. Your teeth will loosen and possibly fall out.

Is gum disease treatment painful?

Your gum disease treatment should be completely comfortable. We’ll numb your gums so you don’t feel any discomfort or pain during your treatment. In addition, if you’re nervous about your procedure, we offer two forms of sedation for relaxing care. Choose inhaled sedation using laughing gas or oral conscious sedation with a small pill.