Your teeth are certainly the most visible part of your smile, but they are not the only things in there. You’ve got a range of different forms of tissue, from enamel to bones and more, and each of these has its own job to do. Periodontal tissue, or your gums, are particularly important for lasting oral health, too. And if your gum health is ignored, you could start to see redness, swelling, or even recession, so make sure that you are doing everything you can to keep a cleaner smile.

With Dr. Torrens-Parker at Allen Family Dental in Allen, TX, you’ve got a guide to your gums. Our team understands the importance of keeping up with your smile, and that means every single part of it. While we know that you are taking the time to brush twice each day for a full two minutes each time, and you never skip a day of flossing, you still need to see your dentist at least twice each year for a cleaning and an examination. At your next visit, we can take a look at your gum health to see where you can improve it.

Making the oral health effort means keeping your entire smile safe. Schedule a time to talk about strengthening your gums through dedicated periodontal treatment.

Periodontal Tissue Can Trap Food Particles

Sometimes, things can get stuck between your gums and your teeth. When that happens, it can be significantly tougher to keep your smile clean; unfortunately, this also puts your smile at risk. Bacterial buildup at and below the gumline leads to a condition called gingivitis, which is the swelling of periodontal tissue.

If this is ignored, too, it causes periodontal disease. This is the infection of gum tissue, and it is the leading cause of adult tooth loss in this country.

Scaling And Root Planing Removes Bacterial Buildup

At your next biannual checkup, your provider will first want to see where you’re currently at. They will take a look through a visual examination, including measuring your gum tissue, to identify problem areas. And if you’ve got the early stages of periodontal disease starting, we’ll let you know.

We can also help you to keep a cleaner smile through dedicated cleanings at and below the gumline. Through ultrasonic scaling and root planing, we disrupt the bacterial accumulation underneath the gums to allow your smile to relax a little bit. That has real periodontal protection power.

Improve Your Gum Health With Allen Family Dental

Your smile is a huge part of who you are, so make sure you’re taking care of it. To find out more about our office or to schedule a time to talk gum health, call Allen Family Dental in Allen, TX at (469) 342-6644.