Periodontics in Alanya

Gum health supports everything else in the mouth — teeth are only as stable as the tissue and bone holding them in place. Most periodontal treatment starts non-surgically, with scaling and root planing, and moves toward more involved procedures only where that isn’t enough. The sections below describe each treatment and when it’s typically used.

Gingivitis treatment {#gingivitis-treatment}

Gingivitis is early, reversible inflammation of the gums, caused by plaque and tartar buildup along the gumline. Symptoms are redness, swelling, and bleeding when brushing, without any loss of the underlying bone. It’s treated with a professional cleaning to remove the irritant, together with improved daily brushing and flossing, and it typically improves within a few weeks once both are in place.

Periodontitis treatment {#periodontitis-treatment}

Periodontitis is more advanced gum disease that has progressed to affect the bone and ligament anchoring the tooth, creating deeper pockets between the gum and tooth where bacteria collect. Treatment usually starts with scaling and root planing, followed by a re-evaluation appointment some weeks later to check how the tissue has responded. Left untreated, periodontitis can lead to loose teeth and, over time, tooth loss — deep pockets that don’t respond to non-surgical care may need referral for further evaluation.

Scaling and root planing {#scaling-and-root-planing}

This is the core non-surgical treatment for gum disease. Scaling removes plaque and tartar from the tooth surface, above and below the gumline. Root planing smooths the root surface underneath so bacteria have less to attach to and the gum tissue has a better chance of reattaching. It’s usually done with local anesthetic for comfort where pockets are deep, over one or more sessions depending on how many areas are affected.

Root surface debridement {#root-surface-debridement}

Root surface debridement removes bacterial deposits and irregularities from the root surface, with a similar goal to root planing. It’s often used to describe more thorough cleaning of root surfaces in moderate to advanced cases, and is sometimes carried out as part of ongoing periodontal maintenance rather than a one-off treatment.

Gingivectomy {#gingivectomy}

Gingivectomy is the surgical removal of excess or overgrown gum tissue. It’s considered when gum tissue is enlarged — from long-standing gum disease, certain medications, or other causes — and doesn’t reduce with non-surgical treatment alone, or to reduce pockets that are too deep to be reached by cleaning.

Gingivoplasty {#gingivoplasty}

Gingivoplasty reshapes gum tissue, usually to correct its contour — for example, an uneven gumline — rather than to reduce pocket depth. It’s sometimes performed together with gingivectomy as part of the same procedure.

Frenectomy {#frenectomy}

A frenectomy removes or repositions a frenum — a small fold of tissue connecting the lip or tongue to the gum. It’s considered when a frenum is positioned in a way that pulls on the gum, contributes to a gap between the front teeth, or restricts tongue movement.

Laser-assisted periodontal treatments {#laser-assisted-periodontal-treatments}

Some periodontal procedures, including gum disease treatment and minor soft-tissue work, can be carried out with a dental laser instead of, or alongside, traditional instruments. It’s used by some practices as an alternative approach in certain cases. Current evidence doesn’t consistently show a laser producing better long-term results than traditional scaling and root planing or standard surgical technique — it’s one option among several rather than an upgrade that suits every case, and whether it’s appropriate depends on the specific situation.