A beautiful smile is built on a healthy foundation. At New London Dental Care, we believe that caring for your gums is just as important as caring for your teeth. Your gums are the “frame” for your smile and a vital part of your overall well-being.
If you’ve noticed redness, swelling, or bleeding while brushing, you aren’t alone, and you’re in the right place. Our team provides compassionate, expert periodontal care right here in New London to help you reclaim a healthy, pain-free smile.
Whether you need a routine deep cleaning or more advanced restorative surgery, New London Dental Care offers a full range of services tailored to your unique needs:
We understand that the word “surgery” or “deep cleaning” can feel intimidating. That is why we prioritize your comfort above all else. From our warm greeting when you walk through the door to our gentle clinical techniques, New London Dental Care is dedicated to making your visit to the periodontist a positive, stress-free experience.
You don’t have to live with the discomfort or worry of gum disease. Let us help you protect your smile’s foundation.
Early symptoms, often called gingivitis, include gums that bleed when you brush or floss, persistent bad breath, and redness or swelling. If you notice these signs, we recommend scheduling a visit at New London Dental Care in New London immediately. Caught early, gum disease is often reversible.
Your comfort is our top priority. For treatments like scaling and root planing or gum grafting, we use local anesthetics to ensure the area is completely numb. Most patients at our New London, CT office report feeling much less discomfort than they anticipated, and we offer sedation options for those who feel extra anxious.
A regular cleaning (prophylaxis) focuses on the surface of the teeth above the gum line. A “deep cleaning,” or scaling and root planing, is a therapeutic treatment that goes beneath the gum line to remove bacteria and tartar buildup that a toothbrush cannot reach. This is essential for stopping the progression of periodontitis.
Yes. Research shows a strong “mouth-body connection.” The bacteria and inflammation associated with periodontal disease in New London patients have been linked to increased risks of heart disease, stroke, and complications with diabetes. Treating your gums is a vital step in protecting your whole-body health.
Once gum disease is under control, we typically recommend “Periodontal Maintenance” cleanings every three to four months. This frequency allows our team at New London Dental Care to monitor your gum pockets and remove bacteria before it can cause further bone loss.
While many of our patients are referred by their general dentists, you do not need a referral to visit New London Dental Care. If you have concerns about receding gums, loose teeth, or persistent gum irritation, you can book a consultation with us directly in New London, CT.
