Gum Disease Treatment in Castle Rock, CO | Oakwood Dental

Oakwood Dental · Castle Rock, CO

Gum disease (periodontal disease) is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults — yet when caught early, it is highly treatable. At Oakwood Dental in Castle Rock, CO, Dr. Jones and Dr. Zendig provide targeted periodontal care to stop gum disease in its tracks and protect your long-term oral health.

Stages of Gum Disease

Gingivitis is the earliest, most reversible stage — red, swollen, bleeding gums caused by plaque buildup. Professional cleaning combined with improved home care can fully reverse gingivitis. Periodontitis develops when gingivitis is untreated and infection spreads below the gumline, destroying bone and connective tissue. It is manageable but requires ongoing maintenance.

Signs of Gum Disease

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Gums that bleed when brushing or flossing

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Red, swollen, or tender gum tissue

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Persistent bad breath that doesn't respond to brushing

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Gum recession (teeth appearing longer than usual)

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Loose or shifting teeth

Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)

Step 1: Local anesthesiathe area is numbed for your complete comfort.

Step 2: Scalingtartar and bacterial deposits are removed from above and below the gumline.

Step 3: Root planingroot surfaces are smoothed to discourage further bacterial attachment.

Step 4: Follow-up evaluationa follow-up visit assesses healing and determines if further treatment is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can gum disease be cured?

Gingivitis can be completely reversed. Periodontitis is a chronic condition that can be managed and stabilized with professional care and consistent home hygiene.

Is deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) covered by insurance?

Yes — most dental insurance plans cover scaling and root planing as a medically necessary procedure at 50-80%.

What Castle Rock Patients Should Know About Gum Disease Treatment

Gum disease (periodontal disease) is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults and affects nearly half of Americans over 30. It begins as gingivitis — red, swollen, bleeding gums caused by bacterial plaque at the gumline. Without treatment, gingivitis advances to periodontitis, where bacteria invade below the gumline, destroying the bone and ligaments that hold teeth in place. This bone loss is largely irreversible, making early treatment critical.

Oakwood Dental treats gum disease with scaling and root planing (SRP), a deep cleaning procedure performed under local anesthesia that removes calculus and bacterial toxins from root surfaces below the gumline. Most patients need 2 appointments (one side of the mouth per visit). Following SRP, periodontal maintenance cleanings every 3-4 months — rather than the standard twice-yearly schedule — keep bacteria levels suppressed and prevent disease progression.

Research consistently links periodontal disease to systemic health conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes complications, adverse pregnancy outcomes, and respiratory disease. Treating gum disease improves not just your mouth but your overall health. Oakwood Dental screens all patients for periodontal disease at every visit and provides referrals to a periodontist for severe or surgical cases. Patients from Castle Rock, Douglas County, and surrounding areas can book a periodontal evaluation at 303-688-3860.

Is gum disease reversible?

Gingivitis (early gum disease with no bone loss) is completely reversible with professional cleaning and improved home care. Periodontitis (with bone loss) is not reversible — lost bone does not regenerate — but it is manageable. With consistent treatment and maintenance cleanings, the disease can be stabilized so that no further bone is lost.

My gums bleed when I brush. Is that normal?

No. Healthy gums don’t bleed when brushed or flossed. Bleeding indicates inflammation caused by bacterial plaque at the gumline — an early sign of gingivitis. Improve brushing at the gumline, floss daily, and schedule a cleaning. If bleeding persists after two weeks of improved hygiene, see your dentist.

How do I know if I have gum disease?

Signs include: bleeding gums, red or swollen gums, persistent bad breath, gum recession (teeth appearing longer), loose teeth, and discomfort when chewing. Many cases are asymptomatic in early stages, which is why periodontal probing at your annual exam is essential — it measures pocket depths that indicate disease even when no symptoms are present.

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