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Areas of expertise

Maryland Periodontics provides many dental services that will assist you
in achieving your dental treatment goals.

Dental Implants

Dental Implants

Periodontal disease treatment

Periodontal disease treatment

Scaling and Root Planing

Scaling and Root Planing

Cosmetic Gum Enhancement

Cosmetic Gum Enhancement

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Scaling and Root Planing

Inconveniences of the disease

Toxins or poisons produced by bacteria in the plaque irritate the gums and destroy supporting tissues around the teeth, forming pockets. A sticky, colorless that constantly forms on your teeth results from calculus and bacteria forming deposits under the gums.
Gums bleed when a person brushes and flosses.
The mouth and gums are puffy and red.
Gums continue to pull away from the teeth.
Gum and bone attachment to the teeth are lost and pockets deepen.
Affected teeth can become loose and eventually may be lost.
Persistent bad breath.

Advantages of treatment

Removing the hard deposits below the gum line and cleaning out the pockets.
The teeth are cleaner.
Reduces the disease activities locally and systemically.
Reduces teeth decay.
Reduces movement and shakiness of the teeth.
Decreases bleeding and inflammation if present.
Correct or improve a periodontal problem that is affecting your oral health and physical health.

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