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For every new patient, a dental exam is completed. This is the measurement of the depth of the pockets around the tooth. Based on these measurements and by viewing the bitewing radiographs, it can be determined if Disease is present. If Disease is present, then some sort of Therapy (deep cleaning) will be needed to improve this condition. Most times with Disease there is calculus or tartar present under the gums that is causing the gum inflammation and disease. Regular visits to the Dentist are very important, so that if you do have disease, it can be caught early and treated.
What is Therapy or Deep Cleaning?
Deep cleaning is a cleaning done at Dr. Curry’s office that allows the Dentist to use anesthetic to “numb” up the particular teeth we will clean. This way the Hygienist can painlessly remove all the calculus and tartar that is present under the gums that is causing the bone loss and disease. Getting all the calculus off the roots of the teeth is imperative, so that the gums can heal and the inflammation of the gums will subside. After the Therapy or deep cleaning is completed, a maintenance schedule will be determined based on each patient’s particular gum health.
Completing therapy is important for many reasons, but the main reason is to improve and maintain the health of the bone that holds the teeth in your mouth. A good, healthy, strong foundation for your teeth is imperative, especially if any restorative work like crowns or veneers is to be needed. Dr. Curry strives to make sure your overall gum health is up to par, before any restorations are started.
Disease “The Silent Threat”
Disease can be overlooked, and can “sneak up” on patients because it doesn’t necessarily hurt the patient, so you may think every thing is fine. Just because your mouth doesn’t “hurt,” does not mean you don’t have problems. When the pocket depths around the teeth is greater than four millimeters, it makes it very difficult for the patient to keep these areas clean, as even toothbrush bristles will not reach to this depth and clean the area out. Flossing can really help, but once the calculus has hardened and gotten down deep into the pockets around your teeth, a deep cleaning may be the only way to remove this off the teeth.
Come in today to Dr. Stuart Curry’s Birmingham Dental Office and let’s evaluate and if necessary, take care of any dental problems you may have. With a deep cleaning, regular maintenance visits and instructions on proper home care, disease can be a thing of past for you!
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We're accepting new patients from Vestavia Hills, Cahaba Heights, and the surrounding area. We work with most major dental insurance plans, and our front desk verifies your benefits before your visit so you know what's covered. For treatments that aren't fully covered or for patients without dental insurance, we offer transparent estimates upfront. No surprises.
Call or schedule online to book your first visit. New-patient appointments include a comprehensive exam, the X-rays we need to see what's going on, a cleaning where appropriate, and time to talk through anything you'd like to plan for.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you know if I have gum disease?
At your exam, Dr. Curry measures the depth of the pockets around each tooth and reviews bitewing radiographs. When pocket depths exceed four millimeters, the area becomes very hard to keep clean, since even toothbrush bristles can’t reach that deep, which signals gum disease that needs treatment. Early detection makes treatment simpler.
Can I have gum disease without knowing it?
Yes. Gum disease often develops silently because it usually doesn’t hurt in its early stages. A mouth that feels fine can still have bleeding gums, deepening pockets, and bone loss underway. That’s exactly why regular exams matter, so Dr. Curry can catch and treat gum disease before it threatens your teeth.
What is a deep cleaning and is it painful?
A deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) is done with the treated teeth numbed, so the hygienist can painlessly remove the calculus and tartar built up under the gums that’s causing bone loss. Clearing it fully off the roots is essential so the gums can heal and inflammation subsides.
What happens after periodontal therapy?
After periodontal therapy, Dr. Curry sets a maintenance schedule based on your individual gum health, often a cleaning every three to four months. With deep cleaning, consistent maintenance visits, and good home care, gum disease can be controlled and kept from progressing. Staying on schedule is key to lasting results.
Why does gum health matter before other dental work?
A strong, healthy foundation is essential before restorative work like crowns, bridges, or veneers, because restorations placed on diseased gums can fail. Dr. Curry makes sure your gum health is up to par first, so any new dental work has a stable base and lasts as long as possible.
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