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Gum Treatment

Undergoing a professional gum treatment is a great way to prevent the harmful effects of periodontal disease, or gum disease. We provide safe and effective gum treatments that help to eliminate gum disease and restore good oral health.

Plaque and tartar, the primary sources of gum disease, can accumulate on your teeth and deep underneath your gums, leading to infection, swelling and tissue damage. These conditions, if left untreated, can cause serious oral health issues, such as gum recession, tooth decay and tooth loss.

Our affordable gum treatment method, consisting of scaling and root planing, works to remove the plaque and tartar on and below the gumline. This highly-effective treatment helps to reduce the swelling and bleeding gums resulting from gum disease, returning good health to your gums and teeth.

This proven gum treatment method can generate amazing improvements in your oral health, yet the progression of gum disease can be completely stopped only through consistent brushing and flossing after the procedure. Gum disease is amongst the most common threats to your oral health, and good dental hygiene is a key component to its prevention.

If you have noticeable swelling or bleeding in your gums, or are experiencing any unusual gum pain or discomfort, you may be ready for a professional gum treatment. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

    

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer a large variety of dental services in order to improve and maintain the health and appearance of your family's teeth.

Our quality services include, but aren't limited to:

  • Chlldren's Dentistry
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Dental Implants
  • Adult Orthodontics
  • Dentures
  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Tooth Extractions
  • Professional Gum Treatments

We utilize only the latest in dental technology and technique. We provide digital X-rays, soft-tissue laser treatments and the 3D Cone Beam X-Ray technology to improve our diagnostic and treatment capabilities and to create a better dental experience for our patients. To take advantage of our great dental services, or to schedule an appointment, contact our office today.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. John Keller
DDS

Dr. Keller grew up in Eureka, Illinois. He spent his undergraduate years at Augustana College before graduating from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry in 1992.  He opened his first practice in Rockford, IL in 1999.  He moved to his current Roscoe location in 2003.

Dr. Keller is an avid and enthusiastic participant and member in many professional dental organizations  These include the ADA, Illinois State Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry, American Equilibration Society, Fellow in Pierre Fauchard Academy, and the American Dental Implant Society.  He is also a ...

Featured Blog Posts - Gum Treatment

October 19, 2022

How Can We Guard Against Gum Recession?

MANY PEOPLE HAVE the idea that gum recession is only a concern for older people (that’s where the saying “long in the tooth” came from), but it can start at any age. While we can’t do anything about a risk factor like genetics, there are many we can control.

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