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Periodontal Disease Treatment Results

If you've undergone treatment for periodontal disease there are many changes that will occur. First, we anticipate that the probing depths will decrease. This is important because the shallower the probing depth, the better the access to bacteria during regular cleanings, the more likely reinfection will be prevented. Second, we expect gum tissue swelling to decrease, tissue redness to decrease, and the tissue consistency to become more firm and less “puffy”. Third, we expect tooth mobility to decrease. All the above changes are signs of a return to tissue health.

Maintaining this tissue health through good oral hygiene procedures and frequent periodontal maintenance provides you with the best opportunity to maintain your teeth over time.

Patient with deep probing depths, tissue redness and mobility before treatment

Patient with decrease in probing depths, tissue inflammation
and tooth mobility after treatment