Did you know that gum disease is more common than you think? Dr. Zia Rizvi provides easy, gentle treatment to help keep your smile healthy.

What Is Gum Disease?

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a degenerative dental condition caused by excessive plaque buildup due to bacteria. This bacteria can lead to soft tissue inflammation, gum recession and even bone loss.

Common signs of gum disease include:

  • Red or tender gums
  • Bleeding when brushing
  • Bad breath
  • Painful chewing and talking
  • Receding gumline
  • Loose teeth

What To Expect With Our Treatment:

Though the disease is not curable once you have it, it is treatable and can be controlled through proper maintenance and care. Normal check-ups for patients with gum disease include scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning treatment that targets and removes harmful bacteria beneath your gums, thus halting the progression of the disease. Other treatments include antibiotics, laser dentistry, or if severe enough, periodontal surgery.

Ashburn Dental Care is continually working towards the betterment of your oral health. If you suspect you have gum disease or want to come in for gum disease treatment in Ashburn, Virginia, please contact our office at 703-858-1904 and schedule an appointment with our excellent dentist.