Common reasons to call
- Bleeding when brushing or flossing
- Swollen, tender, or receding gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Deep gum pockets or tartar buildup
- Loose teeth or shifting bite
Gum disease can be quiet at first, but bleeding, swelling, bad breath, gum recession, and loose teeth may be warning signs. We evaluate gum pockets, X-rays, tartar buildup, and inflammation.
Treatment may include improved home care, scaling and root planing, antibacterial therapy when appropriate, periodontal maintenance, or referral for advanced gum care.
Dao Dental Group serves patients from North Houston, Greenspoint, Imperial Valley, Aldine, Spring, Humble, and nearby Houston 77060 communities.
Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning that removes plaque and tartar below the gumline and smooths root surfaces to help reduce inflammation.
Gingivitis can often be reversed. Periodontitis is usually managed long-term with maintenance and risk control.
Many patients with periodontitis benefit from maintenance every three to four months, but the interval depends on risk and response to treatment.