Periodontics / Gum Disease Treatment in Kolkata
Do your gums bleed when you brush? Or do you often notice bad breath that just won’t go away? These are early signs of gum disease — a condition that starts small but can cause serious damage if left untreated.
Periodontic Treatment in Kolkata is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on diagnosing and treating gum-related problems to protect both your teeth and overall health.
While gingivitis refers to mild gum inflammation, periodontitis is an advanced form that affects the bone supporting your teeth. Early care not only helps preserve your natural smile but also prevents tooth loss and other oral complications.
When Should You Consider Gum Disease Treatment in Kolkata?
- Permanent bad breath
- Red and swollen gums
- Tender or bleeding gums
- Tooth sensitivity
- Receding bone and gums, making your teeth look longer than normal
- Loose teeth
- The pocket formation between gum and teeth (pus may be present)
- New spaces developing between your teeth
Periodontic Treatment — What Our Dentist in Kolkata Offers
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Deep Cleaning, Scaling and Root Planing
Effective Non-Surgical Gum Disease Treatment
Deep cleaning—also called scaling and root planing—is one of the most effective treatments for gum disease. It removes plaque, tartar, and bacteria from above and below the gum line to stop infection and promote healing.
The procedure involves:
- Scaling: Removal of hardened plaque (calculus) and tartar from tooth surfaces and beneath the gums.
- Root Planing: The smoothing of root surfaces to eliminate bacterial toxins and prevent further buildup.
Benefits of Deep Cleaning:
- Reduces gum inflammation and bleeding
- Prevents gum recession and bone loss
- Promotes reattachment of healthy gum tissue
Depending on the severity of your gum disease, you may require multiple appointments to complete the deep cleaning process.
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Deep Cleaning, Scaling and Root Planing
Deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, is a dental procedure that is used to remove plaque and tartar buildup from teeth and gums. This procedure is typically recommended for patients who have gum disease or who are at risk of developing gum disease.
Scaling involves removing plaque and tartar from the surface of the teeth, while root planing involves smoothing out the roots of the teeth to remove any rough spots where bacteria can accumulate. This process can help to prevent the progression of gum disease and improve the health of your gums.
Depending on the severity of your gum disease, you may require multiple appointments to complete the deep cleaning process.
After the procedure, it is important to maintain good oral hygiene practices, such as brushing and flossing regularly, to prevent the buildup of plaque and calculus from returning.
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Splinting
Stabilizing Loose Teeth for Better Function
Dental splinting is a technique used to stabilize loose teeth caused by weakened bone or gum tissues due to periodontal disease. It involves joining two or more teeth together rigidly, using a special splinting material for better strength and support.
Purpose of Dental Splinting:
- Prevent further tooth mobility
- Improve chewing comfort
- Promote healing of the surrounding gum tissues
- Enhance overall oral function and stability
Splinting helps preserve your natural teeth and improves comfort and daily oral functionality.
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Splinting
Dental splinting is the process of using fixed or moveable restorations or devices to connect two or more teeth together rigidly. A periodontal splint is a device used to keep or stabilise movable teeth in their ideal position for chewing. Splinting’s primary goals are to encourage healing and improve the patient’s comfort and functionality.
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Flap Surgery
Advanced Surgical Treatment for Receding Gums
When gum disease progresses to an advanced stage, flap surgery may be required. This procedure involves gently lifting the gums to cover the roots of the teeth and underlying bone.
Key benefits of flap surgery:
- Removes deep bacterial deposits beneath the gums
- Reduces gum pocket depth
- Protects exposed tooth roots from decay
- Improves gum contour and appearance
In cases of severe gum recession, the procedure may also involve grafting to restore lost tissue and enhance gum coverage.
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Flap Surgery
Tooth roots that have receded from the gum line are visible. In cases of severe gingival recessions, flap surgery can cover the roots or grow gum tissue. This procedure lessens dental sensitivity, shields tooth roots from decay, and enhances the appearance of your mouth.
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Grafting
Restoring Bone and Tissue Support
Grafting is performed when gum disease or trauma has caused bone or tissue loss around teeth. During this procedure, bone or soft tissue from another area (or a biocompatible graft material) is added to rebuild lost support.
Types of dental grafting procedures include:
- Bone Grafting: Strengthens the jawbone to support teeth or implants.
- Gum Grafting: Restores receded gum lines and improves aesthetics.
This procedure enhances stability, restores proper function, and prepares the mouth for future restorative treatments like dental implants.
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Grafting
Grafting adds volume to the parts such as the jaw which have suffered bone loss or need additional support. The bone that is infused in this part is taken from another part of the body and is infused surgically.
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Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR)
Encouraging Natural Healing of Bone and Gum Tissue
Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) is an advanced regenerative procedure that promotes the natural growth of bone and gum tissues lost due to periodontal disease. During the treatment, a synthetic membrane that serves as a barrier is placed between the gum and bone to prevent fast-growing tissue from invading the healing area.
Benefits of GTR:
- Promotes regeneration of lost bone and tissue
- Improves tooth stability
- Supports long-term oral health and aesthetics
Healthy gums form the foundation for strong teeth — and they play a crucial role in the success of restorative and implant dentistry.
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Guided Tissue Regeneration
A synthetic membrane serves as a barrier in the advanced treatment known as GTR. By using the barrier, it is possible to restrict the area’s ability to receive bone and newly emerging tissues while preventing the migration of undesirable fast-growing tissues to the tooth and supporting bone.
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