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What Is Biofilm Treatment For Teeth?
Posted on 9/25/2023 by Pine Belt Periodontics
The accumulation of plaque on the teeth will form a film of bacteria on the teeth and root surfaces. Deposits of bacteria and plaque on the tooth surface are called biofilms. In the dental office, biofilm is commonly removed manually using hand devices and ultrasonic equipment. Biofilm treatment or Guided Biofilm Therapy - GBT uses advanced Swiss technology to clear away plaque and bacteria. Why You Should Consider Biofilm Treatment? It uses advanced equipment to remove plaque from the... Read more...
How Painful Is Periodontal Treatment?
Posted on 9/11/2023 by Pine Belt Periodontics
Fear can prevent many people from seeking periodontal treatment. The amount of pain linked to periodontic treatments, by and large, depends on several factors: the amount of inflammation, the depth of pockets, and the type of therapy used. Again, how severe your gum disease case is, will determine the therapy that will be performed. There are surgical and nonsurgical treatments. Nonsurgical Treatments Nonsurgical procedures used in periodontal treatment are such as scaling and root... Read more...
What are Non-surgical Treatments for Periodontitis
Posted on 8/21/2023 by Pine Belt Periodontics
Periodontitis is a severe gum disease that affects the tissues surrounding the teeth, like the jawbone and the gums. Often, the choice of treatment depends on the severity of the infection. Therefore, there are several non-surgical ways to treat periodontitis: Tooth Scaling and Root Planing Tooth Scaling and root planing involve the thorough cleaning of the teeth and the roots to eliminate bacteria, plaque, and tartar build-up. They are the most common non-surgical treatment for... Read more...
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Dr. Brian Pitfield has created this informative blog to help educate the community.