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Act Now to Protect Your Smile!

Don’t wait for a toothache to prioritize your oral health. At Smile Zone of Irving, we make preventive care comfortable, affordable, and tailored to your unique needs.

Protect Your Gums, Preserve Your Smile: The Complete Guide to Periodontal Health

At SmileZone of Irving, we don’t just treat gum disease – we prevent it. Our periodontal services combine advanced technology with personalized care to halt bone loss, save teeth, and protect your overall health. Discover how our evidence-based approach stops gum disease in its tracks!

Why Gum Health Matters:

1. Gum disease (periodontitis) isn’t just about your mouth – it’s linked to:
2. 3x higher heart attack risk
3. Poorly controlled diabetes
4. Rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups
5. Preterm birth complications
6. Alzheimer’s disease progression

Early Warning Signs:

1. Bleeding gums when brushing
2. Persistent bad breath
3. Receding gums (“long teeth”)
4. Loose teeth or bite changes

1. Scaling & Root Planing (Deep Cleaning): The Gold Standard Treatment

What It Solves:

Active gum infection (bleeding/pus)
Pockets >4mm deep
Early bone loss
Tartar below gumline

The 2-Step Process:

Step 1: Ultrasonic Scaling

Technology: Piezoelectric scaler with antimicrobial lavage

Process:

High-frequency vibrations break up tartar
Cool water flushes bacteria
Antibacterial rinse applied

Target: Removes plaque/tartar above and below gums

Step 2: Root Planing

Technology: Micro-curettes and lasers

Process:

Smooths root surfaces to remove bacterial toxins
Laser decontamination of pockets
Placement of antibiotics (if needed)

Target: Creates clean surface for gum reattachment

Treatment Details:

Aspect

Details

Appointments

1-4 visits (quadrant-based treatment)

Anesthesia

Topical numbing gel + local injection

Recovery

24-48hr sensitivity; soft diet recommended

Effectiveness

Effectiveness Reduces pocket depth by 1-3mm in 90% cases

2. Periodontal Maintenance: Your Lifelong Defense System

What It Solves:

Prevents disease recurrence
Manages stable periodontitis
Protects dental implants

Key Differences from Regular Cleaning:

Feature

Periodontal Maintenance

Regular Cleaning

Focus

Disease control

Prevention

Frequency

Every 3-4 months

Every 6 months

Pocket Measurement

Yes (each visit)

No

Tools

Micro-ultrasonic tips

Standard scalers

The 5-Part Protocol:

FAQs

Does deep cleaning hurt?

Most patients report mild pressure (2/10 discomfort). We offer:

1. Nitrous oxide relaxation
2. Post-op laser therapy for comfort

How long does periodontal maintenance take?

45-60 minutes vs. 30 mins for regular cleaning. The extra time ensures thorough pocket cleaning and disease monitoring.

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