Services
Gum Disease Treatment
Our team treats gum disease in adults and seniors with scaling and root planing and ongoing periodontal maintenance.
Gum disease treatment is care for teens, adults, and seniors whose gums bleed when they brush, feel tender, or have started to pull away from their teeth. If you have noticed pink in the sink, a persistent bad taste, or a tooth that feels slightly loose, those are reasons to have your gums checked. At our Coral Springs office on North University Drive, we treat gum disease with focused cleanings, careful monitoring, and a plan built around your whole mouth. You see the same dentist, Dr. Renan Buitrago, at every visit.
Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It often begins quietly. Plaque collects along the gumline and hardens into tartar, which a toothbrush cannot remove. The gums react with redness, swelling, and bleeding. When the infection moves below the gumline, small pockets can form between the gums and teeth. Those pockets trap more bacteria and are hard to clean at home.
Patients come to us with gum concerns for different reasons. Some notice bleeding and want to know what it means. Some were told at a past visit that their gums needed attention and put it off. Others are planning crowns, bridges, partials, or implants and need healthy gums first. Each of these situations calls for a thorough exam, so we can see where things stand and recommend the right level of care.
Our treatment begins with a dental exam and a close look at your gums. When gum disease has reached below the gumline, we often recommend scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning that removes tartar and bacteria from the tooth roots and smooths the root surfaces. Smoother roots give the gums a better chance to settle back against the teeth. Our dental hygienist on staff performs this care, and Dr. Buitrago oversees your plan.
Gum health also shapes every other part of your dental care. Dr. Buitrago is a prosthodontist, a dentist with three additional years of specialty training in replacing and restoring teeth. That background matters when gum disease has already affected tooth support. If a tooth cannot be saved, we can discuss extractions, bone grafting, and tooth replacement options such as bridges, partial dentures, or dental implants, all planned in our office.
Who is a good candidate for gum disease treatment?
Anyone with signs of gum infection is a good candidate for an evaluation. The right treatment depends on how far the condition has progressed, which we determine during your exam. Common reasons patients reach out include:
- Gums that bleed during brushing or flossing
- Red, puffy, or tender gums
- Ongoing bad breath or a bad taste
- Gums that look like they are receding
- Teeth that feel loose or have shifted
- Planning for crowns, bridges, dentures, or implants
If you feel nervous about dental visits, tell us. We offer oral sedation for patients who need help feeling calm during treatment. Many of our patients are seniors managing other health needs, and we take time to review your history before we begin. If you are unsure whether your symptoms are serious, an exam is the simplest way to find out.
What happens after treatment, and how do I keep my gums healthy?
After a deep cleaning, ongoing maintenance is what keeps gum disease under control. Your gums may feel sensitive for a short time, and we will give you clear home care instructions before you leave. Brushing gently, cleaning between your teeth every day, and keeping your follow-up visits all play a role.
For many patients, we recommend periodontal maintenance, a more frequent cleaning schedule designed for people with a history of gum disease. These visits let us remove buildup before it causes new problems and check how your gums are responding over time. Results vary from person to person, and steady care at home and in our office gives your gums their best opportunity to stay stable.
How can I pay for gum disease treatment?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, and our front office team can help you understand your benefits before treatment. We also welcome self-pay patients. Every case is different, so we review the recommended care and its cost with you before we begin.
For patients who prefer to spread out payments, we offer financing through CareCredit, including 0% and low-interest options, and we accept all major credit cards. Our goal is to make the financial side clear, so you can focus on your health.
Patients visit us from Coral Springs, Parkland, Coconut Creek, Margate, Tamarac, and nearby communities. If your gums have been bleeding or you have been putting off a cleaning, now is a good time to call. Contact our office on North University Drive to schedule your exam, and we will help you take the next step toward healthier gums.