Gum Disease Treatment in Charlotte, NC

Gum disease (periodontal disease) is an infection of your gums and the tissue surrounding your teeth. Over time, the infection can:

• Destroy gum tissues
• Damage tooth-supporting bone
• Cause discomfort and pain
• Lead to tooth loss

With gum disease treatment, Dr. Ficca can help stop the destruction of your bone and gums, repair the damage you’ve experienced as a result of infection, and protect your teeth and bone from future problems. As a board-certified periodontist, he is proficient in these conditions and has spent more than 20 years helping patients live healthier, more comfortable lives.

What Are the Benefits of Gum Disease Treatment?

Gum disease treatment is a general term for the techniques Dr. Ficca uses to treat periodontal disease. These techniques focus on eliminating the infection, repairing areas with gum and bone loss, and protecting you against future damage.

Symptoms of Gum Disease

One common symptom of periodontal disease is that your gums may recess, exposing the roots of your teeth. In this case, Dr. Ficca may recommend gum recession treatment, which uses gum grafts to re-cover the root surfaces.

Periodontal disease is associated with systemic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, respiratory disease, and cancer.

Three Important Treatment Benefits

Gum disease treatment offers patients in Charlotte, NC, a variety of important benefits:

Local Anesthesia and Sedation Dentistry Available

With any gum disease treatment, Dr. Ficca will numb the area to promote your comfort. In addition, he provides IV sedation to reduce or eliminate your anxiety or fear during the procedure. Your safety and comfort are his highest priorities.

Am I a Candidate for Gum Disease Treatment?

You should consider treatment if your general dentist has diagnosed you with gum disease, or if you have any of the following symptoms of infection:

• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Bleeding
• Inflamed Gums
• Loose Teeth
• Bad Breath
• Bad Taste

You may need gum recession treatment, specifically if your gum line is irregular or if one of your teeth appears longer than normal.

Start with a consultation and examination at our Charlotte-based practice, where Dr. Ficca will talk with you about your concerns, perform a comprehensive examination, and take X-rays or CT scans. If you’ve never had a scan taken before, know that it’s a completely comfortable and non-invasive process — about the same experience as taking any normal photograph.

Dr. Ficca will then discuss your treatment options and his recommended approach. He and his team will answer any questions you have, review what to expect, and help you schedule your procedure, which usually takes place in a separate appointment.

What Is Recovery Like?

Your experience will depend on the procedure you have, but the least invasive approach Dr. Ficca uses requires no downtime at all, and patients who have more intensive procedures may only need 2-3 days of recovery. Common procedures include:

How Much Does Gum Disease Treatment Cost in Charlotte, NC?

Pricing for gum disease treatment depends on the procedure you have and the extent of your needs. In general, scaling and root planing is $280-380 per quadrant of your mouth, while surgical or laser therapy is $1,100 to $1,800 per quadrant. Gum recession treatment can range from $1,000 for one tooth to $5,000 for a more complex procedure.

The cost of treatment should never be a surprise. Contact us for an appointment, and we’ll take the time to discuss your treatment options, discuss cost and payment options, and, most importantly, come up with a plan to protect your smile for years to come.

Explore gum disease treatment with Metrolina Periodontics & Implant Dentistry. Get in touch online or by calling us in Charlotte, NC, at (704) 544-2224.