Gum Care
Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy smile. At Sayyar Family Dentistry in Glen Allen, VA, we help you prevent, catch and treat gum (periodontal) disease early — before it threatens your teeth or your overall health.
What are the signs of gum disease?
The earliest sign is gums that bleed when you brush or floss. Red, swollen or tender gums, persistent bad breath, gums pulling away from the teeth and teeth that feel loose all point to gum (periodontal) disease. Caught at the gingivitis stage it is usually reversible; left alone it can cost you teeth.
How is gum disease treated?
Treatment is staged to how far the disease has progressed. Early gingivitis usually responds to a professional cleaning and better home care. Established gum disease is treated with deep cleaning, scaling and root planing below the gumline, followed by maintenance cleanings every three to four months to keep it from returning.
From routine cleanings to deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) for early gum disease, we tailor treatment to your needs. Because research links gum health to conditions like diabetes and heart disease, caring for your gums protects far more than your smile.
Do you treat veterans for gum disease?
Yes. Veterans from Glen Allen, Petersburg and Fort Lee are a large part of our periodontal practice. If VA has authorized gum treatment for you in the community, or you hold a VADIP plan, bring the paperwork and we will tell you before treatment exactly what is covered and what the fee is.
We proudly serve veterans in Glen Allen, Petersburg and Fort Lee, and can help coordinate VA dental benefits for periodontal care.
Frequently asked questions
Is bleeding when I brush normal? +
No — bleeding gums are one of the earliest signs of gum disease. The good news is that early gingivitis is often reversible with professional cleaning and better home care.
Can gum disease be treated without surgery? +
Often, yes. Early and moderate cases usually respond well to deep cleaning and improved hygiene. We always start with the least invasive option that works.
Book a Gum Health Visit or call (804) 290-8001.