Nonsurgical Gum Disease Treatment

Get Comfortable Gum Disease Care

Revive Your Smile With Nonsurgical Gum Disease Treatment in Edmond

Get back to healthy gums through our gentle nonsurgical gum disease treatment in Edmond. We use special techniques to clean deep below your gumline, removing harmful bacteria and buildup that cause inflammation. This targeted approach helps your gums heal naturally, without the need for surgical procedures that require longer recovery times.

This treatment can stop gum disease from getting worse, reduce bleeding and swelling, eliminate bad breath, and help you keep your natural teeth longer. Your gums will likely feel better within days of treatment, and the improvements continue as your gums heal.

Don't let gum disease threaten your smile! Visit us to find out how we can restore your gum health.

Call 405-449-5294 to Schedule

Restore Your Gum Health With Scaling & Root Planing

Scaling and root planing is often our first step in fighting gum disease. During this deep cleaning treatment, we carefully remove hardened plaque and tartar from both above and below your gumline.

Then we smooth out rough spots on your tooth roots, to make it harder for bacteria to stick and give your gums a chance to heal properly.

For enhanced comfort and faster healing, we also offer laser-assisted deep cleaning. The dental laser gently removes infected tissue and harmful bacteria while leaving healthy tissue untouched.

This typically causes less discomfort than other methods and can help your gums heal more quickly. You can typically return to your normal activities on the same day as your treatment.

Get Other Gum Treatments, Too

Your dentist may recommend additional treatments along with your deep cleaning. Topical antibiotics placed directly in the pockets around your teeth target stubborn bacteria that regular cleaning alone might miss. These time-release medications keep working for several days after your visit, helping your gums heal more effectively.

We also use antibacterial irrigation to flush out harmful bacteria from around your teeth and under your gums. This special solution reaches deep into areas that are hard to clean with other methods, reducing inflammation and speeding up the healing process.

Combined with scaling and root planing, these treatments give you the best chance of restoring your gum health and preventing future problems.

Contact our office for an exam to see if you need nonsurgical gum disease treatment in Edmond.

Call 405-449-5294 to Schedule

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Christina T.

I've had a great experience here. I found this practice when my friends and family helped me research dentists in the OKC area, and according to one family friend who is now a retired dentist, all the doctors in this practice earned their degrees at excellent schools. Highly recommend.

Maggie C.

Always friendly, always clean, always comfortable! I've gone to this practice for many years now and now my whole family goes! Dr. Harrod has been patient with me throughout the years and has always guided me in the right direction regarding my dental health! Heather is also an amazing dental...

Lauren T.

Dr. Marley and Tammy are amazing! They both took great care of me and set up a plan to get my teeth on the right track. I would recommend the smile associates to family, friends, and anyone looking for excellent service.

Suzanne S.

I have an excellent and efficient dental hygienist. It is always easy and convenient to reschedule or get in earlier if I need to. I consistently have a great experience and look forward to my appointments.

R Joy

There are no words to describe my love and respect for Dr. Sam and Tammy. I have dental issues and visit frequently and they ALWAYS treat me with kindness and sarcasm (I have been a patient for 20 years- sarcasm =love). I cannot recommend them enough!

Annette E.

Love Charlotte!!! She is the greatest! She takes her time to carefully clean my teeth. Very concern about her patients.

Jennifer H.

Dr. Marley-Harrod is a one of the best general dentists and Premier Invisalign providers in Oklahoma!! Even better yet - she is amazingly kind! Highly recommend!!

Sherry S.

Love the hygienist and doctor. Very friendly but professional too. Highly recommend!

Susan T.

I love this office. Dr. Harrod tells you everything he is going to do ahead of time. Tammy is a great addition to the team

Julia D.

Incredible experiences at The Smile Associates! Can't recommend enough! The staff are so kind, patient and gentle! As soon as you enter the office you feel very well cared for and know you are in good hands! So thankful for these talented professionals!!

Ben S.

I've been going to The Smile Associates for a decade and they have provided me with amazing care from routine checkups to Invisalign. Highly recommend!

Paul W.

I've been seeing Dr Harrod for over 20 years now (I moved to the area about the same time they started their practice). Everyone there has always provided excellent work, an easy going and friendly atmosphere, and beautiful facilities. You can trust their work to be spot on. I highly recommend.

What is nonsurgical gum disease treatment?

Nonsurgical gum disease treatment is designed to eliminate plaque, tartar, and bacteria from around and below your gumline. We offer several types of gum disease treatment, including scaling and root planing, antibiotics, antibacterial irrigation, and laser treatment. Your dentist will recommend the right type of treatment based on your needs.

What causes gum disease?

Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection caused by bacteria in your mouth. Bacteria form a clear, sticky film called plaque that builds up around your gumline, leading to inflamed and infected gums. Left untreated, the infection causes your gums to separate from teeth, creating pockets where more bacteria accumulate. In advanced stages of gum disease, the infection spreads from your gums to the bone that supports your teeth. Your teeth could loosen and potentially fall out.

Is nonsurgical gum disease treatment painful?

At our practice, gum disease treatment isn't painful at all. We use a gentle touch and, in some cases, a laser. If we need to remove diseased gum tissue as part of your treatment, the laser makes it quick and simple. There's no need for cutting or stitches. Most patients need no more than local anesthesia to stay comfortable, but you can also receive laughing gas if you like.