Gum Treatment

Treatment of gum inflammation, periodontitis and gum recession at Emrivadent Antalya. Get examined by a periodontology specialist.

Gum treatment (periodontology) is the dental speciality covering the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the tooth-supporting tissues (gums, periodontal ligament, alveolar bone). The Emrivadent periodontology unit offers a wide range of services from scaling and root planing and deep curettage to laser periodontitis treatment.

What Is Periodontal Disease?

Gum disease is an inflammatory process caused by bacterial plaque accumulating on the tooth surface. It has two main stages:

Gingivitis: Reversible inflammation affecting only the gums.
Periodontitis: An irreversible stage in which inflammation spreads to the alveolar bone. If left untreated, it leads to tooth loss.

Symptoms of Periodontal Disease

Gum bleeding (while brushing or spontaneously)
Gum recession — teeth appearing longer
Bad breath (halitosis)
Tooth mobility
Pain while chewing

Treatment Options

Treatment	Indication	Duration
Scaling and root planing (SRP)	Gingivitis, early periodontitis	1–2 sessions
Deep curettage	Moderate–advanced periodontitis	2–4 sessions
Laser periodontitis treatment	All stages (adjunct)	1–2 sessions
Periodontal surgery (flap)	Advanced bone loss	1–2 sessions
Bone graft	When bone regeneration is needed	1 session + 6 months healing

Gum Recession Treatment

Gum recession exposes root surfaces, causing sensitivity, decay and aesthetic problems. Emrivadent periodontology specialists reconstruct receded gums with connective tissue grafts.

Gum Treatment at Emrivadent

The Emrivadent periodontology unit uses the Fotona laser system. Laser treatment accelerates healing through non-surgical deep pocket disinfection and biostimulation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gum Treatment FAQ

Find answers to your questions here

Ignoring regular bleeding is dangerous. Bleeding indicates active inflammation such as gingivitis or periodontitis. Early treatment prevents bone and tooth loss. If bleeding occurs more than once a week while brushing, consult a periodontology specialist.

Scaling and root planing (SRP) can be performed painlessly with local or topical anaesthesia. Curettage and surgical procedures are performed under local anaesthesia. Mild sensitivity may occur for 1–3 days after treatment.

Gingivitis can heal completely. Bone loss from periodontitis is irreversible; however, treatment stops the disease and prevents its progression. Stabilisation is achieved with periodontal maintenance every 3–6 months.

Receded gum tissue can be reconstructed with a connective tissue graft procedure. For mild recession, laser biostimulation may help. Untreated recession progresses over time.

Yes. Research shows a significant association between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease, diabetes complications and risk of preterm birth. Therefore, periodontal health is an integral part of general health.