{"id":45,"date":"2023-01-04T22:03:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-04T22:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/?p=45"},"modified":"2023-02-03T22:03:24","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T22:03:24","slug":"will-gum-disease-go-away-after-tooth-extractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/will-gum-disease-go-away-after-tooth-extractions\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Gum Disease Go Away After Tooth Extractions?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"164\" src=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_540684308__1675461421_58922-300x164.jpg\" alt=\"man with concerned expression \" class=\"wp-image-46\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_540684308__1675461421_58922-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_540684308__1675461421_58922-768x420.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/AdobeStock_540684308__1675461421_58922.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While gum disease is easily preventable, it\u2019s still incredibly common, affecting almost half of Americans over the age of 30. If symptoms progress, they can become much more difficult and even impossible to reverse. Patients who\u2019ve been dealing with advanced gum disease for a while may think they\u2019re running out of options, but that\u2019s not the case at all. Read on to learn from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/gum-disease-treatment.html\">your dentist in Chesapeake<\/a> whether extracting your teeth can eliminate the infection for good and other solutions you may want to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissue that holds your teeth in place. It begins with bacterial growth in the mouth and may end with tooth loss if left untreated. The infection is usually caused by poor oral hygiene, causing plaque and tartar to build up on the teeth, resulting in inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some common symptoms that could indicate you have gum disease:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bad breath (halitosis)<\/li><li>Red and swollen gums<\/li><li>Tender and bleeding gums<\/li><li>Painful chewing<\/li><li>Gum recession<\/li><li>Tooth loss<\/li><li>Bone loss<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will Tooth Extractions Get Rid of Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not necessarily! Tooth extractions won\u2019t treat or cure your gum disease, but they can be a part of the treatment process to restore your oral health. If you have advanced periodontal disease, the infection may have already seriously damaged your gums and jawbone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, your teeth can become loose or even fall out on their own. Your dentist will recommend treatment options like scaling and root planing to hopefully eliminate the infection. Otherwise, an extraction may be your last viable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment Options for Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the severity of your condition, you may benefit from one of the following treatment options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Scaling and Root Planing <\/strong>\u2013 This option involves removing bacteria and plaque along and below the gum line. Your dentist will smooth out the rough surfaces of the tooth roots to prevent future bacterial growth.<\/li><li><strong>Laser Periodontal Therapy <\/strong>\u2013 A dental laser can instantly sterilize and cauterize the area, reducing the risk of new infection and speeding up recovery time.<\/li><li><strong>Antibiotic Therapy <\/strong>\u2013 This is strongly recommended along with a deep cleaning and laser therapy. The medication will also help treat the remaining bacteria.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because you have gum disease, you don\u2019t have to say goodbye to your teeth. With the help of your dentist, you can have a treatment plan that\u2019ll get your smile back on track!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Lucia Troisi<\/a> became the new owner of this practice in November 2021. She earned her dental degree in Venezuela and has taken numerous continuing education courses in cosmetic and restorative dentistry to keep up with developments in the ever-evolving dental field. She looks forward to providing top-tier dentistry to patients in Chesapeake for many years to come. Dr. Troisi can utilize gum disease treatment to help your oral health recover before you take the step of tooth extraction. You can schedule an appointment on her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (757) 548-1611.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While gum disease is easily preventable, it\u2019s still incredibly common, affecting almost half of Americans over the age of 30. If symptoms progress, they can become much more difficult and even impossible to reverse. Patients who\u2019ve been dealing with advanced gum disease for a while may think they\u2019re running out of options, but that\u2019s not [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-45","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Will Gum Disease Go Away After Tooth Extractions | Troisi Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you suffer from gum disease? You may be wondering if tooth extractions can address the issue. 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