Bleeding, swollen or receding gums are signs of infection. Treating gum disease early helps protect your teeth and the bone that holds them.
Gum care from a team Mustang trusts — 700+ Google reviews.
Caught early, gum disease can often be controlled with a deep cleaning and regular care.
Gum disease starts when plaque bacteria build up along and under the gumline. The earliest stage, gingivitis, causes red, puffy gums that bleed when you brush, and it can usually be reversed with a professional cleaning and better home care. Left alone, it can progress to periodontitis: the gums pull away from the teeth, forming pockets where bacteria thrive, and the bone supporting the teeth begins to break down.
Periodontitis is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults, and it often doesn’t hurt until it’s advanced. At every checkup, we measure the spaces between your gums and teeth to catch it early.
Smoking, diabetes, pregnancy, some medications and family history can raise your risk.
We measure gum pockets around each tooth and take X-rays to check the bone.
With the area numbed, tartar and bacteria are removed from below the gumline and the root surfaces are smoothed so gums can reattach.
An antimicrobial may be applied to deeper pockets to help control bacteria.
After healing, we re-measure the pockets to see how your gums responded.
Regular maintenance cleanings help keep the disease under control.
Dr. Barnes performs these treatments right here in our Mustang office. After your exam, he’ll explain which ones fit your gums and your goals.
Removing and reshaping gum tissue to improve the look of a “gummy” smile.
Removing diseased gum tissue so deep periodontal pockets can be fully cleaned.
A non-surgical deep cleaning of the root surfaces to help stop gum disease from spreading.
A dental laser removes bacterial buildup, smooths rough surfaces and can remove swollen gum tissue.
An antimicrobial liquid applied directly to the pockets to eliminate bacteria so they can shrink and heal.
For severe periodontitis: the gum is gently lifted so the area can be cleaned completely, then it heals.
Lifts the sinus membrane and adds bone graft so implants can be placed in the upper jaw.
Bone grafts that rebuild the jaw ridge after tooth loss, or protect it right after an extraction, so an implant can follow.
Grafts and proteins that stimulate new bone growth and restore the tissues that support your teeth.
by protecting the bone and gums that support them
and less bleeding
for crowns, bridges and implants
Cost depends on how many areas of the mouth need deep cleaning and how often you’ll need maintenance visits. Most PPO plans cover part of periodontal treatment, and we’ll file your claims. You’ll get the fees before we start. We accept cash, credit cards, CareCredit, Cherry payment plans and some in-house finance options.
$99 covers exam, X-rays, and prophy (regular cleaning) when there is no periodontal disease. If periodontal disease is present, it's $69 for the exam and X-rays, and the patient pays separately for the necessary cleaning.
Treatment at Buffalo Creek Dental is provided by Jon Barnes, DDS, general dentist. Individual results vary.
Gingivitis usually is, with a professional cleaning and good home care. Periodontitis can’t be fully reversed, but it can often be controlled so it stops getting worse.
We numb the area, so most patients feel little discomfort. Gums may be tender for a few days afterward.
Bacteria re-colonize deep pockets within about three months, so more frequent cleanings help keep the disease in check.
Research has found associations between gum disease and conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. Keeping your gums healthy is part of caring for your overall health.
Bleeding is often an early sign of gingivitis. Keep flossing gently and book a checkup.
Book a gum health exam.
Gum care from a team Mustang trusts — 700+ Google reviews.
Caught early, gum disease can often be controlled with a deep cleaning and regular care.
Buffalo Creek Dental
201 S. Sara Rd., #140
Mustang, OK 73064
Phone: 405-353-1333
Monday–Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
