Periodontic care at Functional Dentistry of Asheville focuses on the health of your gums, bone, and supporting structures—the foundation of a strong, comfortable smile. Healthy teeth rely on healthy gums, and periodontal care plays a critical role in both oral and whole-body wellness.
Our approach goes beyond managing symptoms. We look at inflammation, infection, bite forces, and overall oral balance to support long-term stability and comfort.
What Is Periodontics?
Periodontics is the area of dentistry focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease and conditions affecting the bone and tissues that support the teeth.
As part of our comprehensive restorative dentistry philosophy, periodontal care helps protect teeth, restorations, and implants while supporting long-term oral health.
Conditions Periodontic Care Treats
Periodontal treatment may be recommended for:
- Gum inflammation or bleeding
- Gingivitis
- Periodontal (gum) disease
- Gum recession
- Bone loss around teeth
- Persistent bad breath
- Loose or shifting teeth
- Inflammation around dental implants
Early intervention is key—periodontal issues often progress silently without pain.
Who Periodontics Is For
Periodontal care may benefit:
- Patients with bleeding or swollen gums
- Individuals diagnosed with gum disease
- People with a history of periodontal problems
- Patients preparing for restorative dentistry or dental implants
- Those wanting to protect long-term oral health
Gum health is especially important for patients considering dental implants, as stable bone and tissue are essential for implant success.
Why Gum Health Matters
The gums and bone provide the foundation for your teeth. When periodontal disease is left untreated, it can lead to:
- Progressive bone loss
- Tooth mobility or tooth loss
- Increased risk of infection
- Compromised restorations
- Challenges with future implant placement
- Potential links to systemic inflammation
Supporting gum health helps preserve teeth, restorations, and overall oral function.
Our Functional Approach to Periodontics
Periodontal care is not isolated from the rest of the mouth. We evaluate:
- Oral microbiome assessment
- Diet and nutrition
- Gum and bone health
- Bite alignment and force distribution
- Tooth position and stability
- Existing restorations
- Long-term treatment goals
This allows periodontal treatment to integrate seamlessly with restorative, implant, or orthodontic care when needed.
Periodontal Treatment Options
Treatment recommendations depend on severity and individual needs and may include:
- Deep cleaning and non-surgical periodontal therapy
- Ongoing periodontal maintenance
- Targeted treatment for inflammation or infection
- Supportive care for gum recession
- Coordination with restorative or implant treatment
Our goal is to stabilize gum health and prevent further progression while maintaining comfort.
What to Expect During Periodontal Care
Your care begins with a thorough evaluation and conversation.
Patients can expect:
- Clear explanation of findings
- Conservative, step-by-step treatment
- Emphasis on comfort and healing
- Personalized home-care guidance
- Ongoing monitoring and support
If anxiety or discomfort is a concern, sedation dentistry may be available to help you feel at ease during treatment.
Advantages of Periodontal Care at Our Practice
Our approach to periodontics offers:
- Early identification of gum disease
- Functional evaluation beyond symptoms
- Integration with restorative and implant care
- Conservative treatment when possible
- Relationship-based care focused on education
This helps protect your smile and support long-term oral health.
Periodontics Frequently Asked Questions
Early-stage gum disease can often be managed effectively. Advanced disease requires ongoing care.
Most treatments are very manageable, and we prioritize comfort throughout care.
Frequency depends on your condition. We’ll create a plan tailored to your needs.
Yes. Healthy gums and bone are essential for implant success.
No. Preventive and early intervention are key parts of periodontal health.