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Periodontal Treatment

Healthy gums are the foundation of a beautiful, functional smile — and an essential part of your overall wellbeing.

Gum Health = Whole-Body Health

Treat the Cause, Not Just the Symptoms

Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious infection that damages the soft tissue and bone supporting your teeth.

Research links periodontal disease to heart disease, diabetes and other systemic conditions. Our holistic approach addresses the underlying causes of gum disease, restoring gum health while considering how your oral health affects your entire body. Early intervention is key to preventing tooth loss.

Warning Signs of Gum Disease

  • Bleeding when brushing or flossing
  • Swollen or tender gums
  • Persistent bad breath
  • Gums pulling away — teeth look longer
  • Loose teeth or painful chewing
  • Changes in how your teeth fit together
The mild form, gingivitis, can often be reversed with professional care and better home hygiene.
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Gum Disease Treatments
Comprehensive Care

Gum Disease Treatments

Gum disease is caused primarily by bacteria in dental plaque that inflame and infect the gums, causing them to pull away from the teeth. Left untreated, it can lead to bone loss, tooth loss and recession that affects both function and appearance.

It often begins silently — poor nutrition, certain health conditions and inadequate hygiene let bacteria thrive along the gumline. That’s why regular visits matter: early stages respond well to conservative treatment, preventing the need for surgery. We combine advanced periodontal therapy with patient education to help Jacksonville and Orange Park patients achieve lasting oral health.

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Perio Protect®
Non-Invasive

Perio Protect®

Perio Protect® is a comprehensive, non-invasive treatment that pairs chemical plaque removal with traditional procedures like scaling and root planing.

We create custom Perio Trays that deliver prescribed medication right into the gum pockets, managing the biofilm so bacteria can’t regenerate between visits. We’ll give you detailed instructions and continue your care with additional procedures as needed.

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Scaling & Root Planing
Deep Cleaning

Scaling & Root Planing

For more advanced gum disease, scaling and root planing removes damaging bacteria from beneath the gumline.

What to expect

  • Scaling removes plaque and tartar (calculus) from the teeth
  • Root planing cleans and smooths the roots to prevent infection
  • Local anesthesia keeps you comfortable
  • Treatment may be split into visits, one area at a time
  • Sometimes combined with antibiotic therapy
Rappaport Dental · Jacksonville, FL

Healthy Gums Start Here

Questions, new-patient visits or a smile you’ve been dreaming about — our Jacksonville team is ready when you are. Book online in under a minute, or give us a call.

(904) 620-9225 Text (833) 223-2860 Jacksonville, FL 32256