Kingston TN
Gum disease is a widespread oral health condition that can cause various side effects in your mouth and body. Severe gum disease cases often require additional protection measures to ensure the mouth can heal from infection and prevent new infections. In addition, gum recession due to periodontal disease causes the gums to pull away from the tooth, exposing the tooth root. The root exposure creates heightened sensitivity to hot and cold food and beverages and allows harmful bacteria to enter the tooth’s pulp, which could create an additional infection. Fortunately, LakeView Dental Arts shares on the blog today how dental bonding can help fix gum disease so that you can restore your healthy smile.
How does dental bonding work?
Dental bonding uses a resin material that’s moldable, sturdy, and can alter the color to match surrounding tooth shades. The dentist applies the resin to the affected area, solidifies it using a special blue light, and then shapes it to match your surrounding tooth size and shape. In addition, the material can cover exposed tooth roots from gum recession conditions. After concealing the tooth root, the tooth appears longer, and the gum line seems more natural. However, dental bonding is a cosmetic treatment performed after gum disease is under control. It does not stop gum disease from progressing.
Are there special care requirements after dental bonding?
As always, brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings are the best method to ensure you care for your teeth, according to the American Dental Association (ADA). However, dental bonding patients should exercise caution when consuming food and drinks because they can stain the bonding material easily. So, avoiding coffee, tea, red wine, and heavily dyed foods would be best to prevent heavy staining. Or be sure to rinse with water or brush your teeth afterward if you do consume these staining substances.
How long should the treatment last?
The dental bonding compound is not a permanent solution and can sustain damage with improper care. So, we encourage patients to avoid biting down forcefully on hard or chewy food or other hard objects to keep the bonding substance in good condition. Additionally, refrain from using your pearly whites to open packages, bottles, or cans to avoid chipping or breaking the bonding or your teeth. Dental bonding may last up to a decade or longer, depending on the patient. Patients who want their dental bonding to last should maintain a routine of brushing, flossing, and rinsing with an antimicrobial mouthwash and biannual dentist visits.
What treatments help fight gum disease?
Your dentist may suggest treatments to stop gum disease advancement. For example, a comprehensive cleaning may effectively eliminate most harmful bacteria hiding below the gum line and between teeth, dramatically improving your oral health, reducing inflammation, and easing pain. Additionally, we may choose to conduct root planning and scaling of the gums, depending on your specific case needs. So, it’s vital to consult with our dentists to determine the most effective treatment for your oral health requirements.
Family Dentist in Kingston, Tennessee
Dental bonding is a versatile dental treatment for cosmetic purposes and is not a treatment for gum disease. The material can repair chips, cracks, and discoloration while giving you a complete smile again. However, if you have gum disease, the best course of action is a regimented oral hygiene routine at home, as well as professional dental cleanings and treatments to stop the disease from progressing. Contact LakeView Dental Arts by calling (847) 234-4800 to learn more or to schedule an appointment today.
