When we speak to periodontal (gum) disease, we're talking about a family of degenerative, infectious illnesses that damage the gums and other tissues linked to the teeth. Caused mostly by bacterial plaque left on tooth surfaces by inadequate dental hygiene, gum disease may eventually lead to tooth loss.

How to Get Rid of Plaque?

Getting rid of all of that plaque and hardened plaque deposits from tooth surfaces, especially those under the gum line and at the roots, is the only way to stop the infection and restore health to sick tissues. The primary tools for this job are specialized hand devices called scalers or ultrasonic equipment that rattles plaque away. A series of cleaning sessions with these devices at our clinic might halt the infection and aid healing if followed by a regular, efficient daily hygiene routine.

Here are some at-home dental care tips:

• Utilize fluoride toothpaste to assist in strengthening the enamel and preventing tooth decay.
• Brush twice daily for two minutes each time to remove the majority of plaque.
• Utilize an antimicrobial mouthwash to aid in plaque control.
• Avoid sugary foods and beverages to help reduce the formation of tooth-decaying acid on teeth.

However, there are cases when the infection has spread so far below the gum line or into the tissues that it needs further operations to remove the plaque and diseased tissue. One such circumstance is the establishment of an abscess inside the gum tissues, a pus-filled sac that has grown in reaction to infection. After delivering the local anesthetic, we treat the abscess to remove the source and enable the infected fluid to drain. The region is then thoroughly cleansed with saline or an antimicrobial solution.

Is It Harmful to Remove Plaque From One's Teeth?

When you try to scrape plaque off, you might end up damaging your gums and injuring your cheeks and tongue. These wounds are prone to infection, resulting in abscesses or other dental disorders.

When teeth are not cleaned properly, plaque buildup frequently results in undesirable staining and discoloration. Our plaque removal service helps avoid discoloration of teeth by removing any harmful germs and plaque.

To halt gum disease and encourage soft tissue healing, we should employ any or all treatment instruments at our disposal to reach even the most difficult spots for eliminating plaque and calculus. The outcome — a rescued tooth — is definitely worth the effort.

Say goodbye to dental problems caused by plaque and tartar with Jeanne V. Devi, DDS. Call us at (626) 795-2544 or visit our website for more info. We are located at 595 E Colorado Blvd Suite 603, Pasadena, CA 91101.