Stages, Signs, and Why Gum Disease Matters
Gum disease — periodontal disease — is a bacterial infection of the gums and the bone supporting the teeth, and it is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It progresses through stages: gingivitis (red, swollen, bleeding gums) is fully reversible with professional cleaning and improved home care; early periodontitis brings bacteria below the gumline, pockets of 4mm or more, and early bone loss requiring scaling and root planing; moderate periodontitis means deeper pockets and more bone loss, sometimes with tooth mobility; and advanced periodontitis causes severe bone loss and tooth loss if untreated.
Gum disease is independently associated with heart disease, diabetes complications, stroke risk, and preterm birth, so treating it protects your whole-body health. Nationally, about 47% of adults aged 30 and older have some form of periodontal disease, yet many cases go undiagnosed — and risk factors like a dry climate, tobacco or stimulant use, and deferred care can accelerate it.
Is Gum Disease Treatment right for you? Signs, symptoms & candidacy.
Signs you may have gum disease
- Bleeding when brushing
- Red, swollen gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Receding gums
- Loose teeth
- Visible pus or sensitivity at the gumline
How gum disease is treated by stage
- Gingivitis: professional cleaning plus improved home care
- Early/moderate: scaling and root planing (deep cleaning)
- Moderate/advanced: periodontal maintenance every 3–4 months, with laser therapy where appropriate
- Advanced surgical cases: coordinated referral if needed
How Gum Disease Treatment Works
Treatment begins with full charting and progresses to deep cleaning and an ongoing maintenance schedule.
Periodontal Charting
Full-mouth pocket-depth probing plus X-rays.
Treatment Plan Discussion
Your stage is explained and options presented.
Scaling & Root Planing
Deep cleaning below the gumline, by quadrant.
Re-Evaluation
Healing is assessed about 4–6 weeks later.
Periodontal Maintenance
An ongoing 3–4 month cleaning schedule.
Varies by stage; SRP is often done over two quadrant visits, then maintenance every 3–4 months
Full-mouth periodontal charting, X-rays, and scaling and root planing
Why Choose Boca for Gum Disease Treatment
9 Valley Locations
An accessible periodontal care network across the Las Vegas valley.
Insurance & Medicaid
Nevada Medicaid and PPO accepted; SRP typically 50–80% covered.
Early Detection
Gum disease is often caught at a routine cleaning, when it is most reversible.
Whole-Body Health
Treating gum disease protects against linked systemic conditions.
Bilingual Care
Care in English and Spanish — se habla español.
Why Las Vegas Patients Choose Boca Dental & Braces for Gum Disease Treatment
- Full-stage care, from gingivitis to advanced periodontitis
- Periodontal charting to stage disease accurately
- Ongoing maintenance to hold results
- Nevada Medicaid and most PPO accepted
- Bilingual team (se habla español)
Frequently Asked Questions About Gum Disease Treatment in Las Vegas
Making Gum Disease Treatment Affordable
At Boca Dental & Braces, cost should never stand between you and the care you need. We accept Nevada Medicaid and many major dental plans, verify your benefits at no charge, and offer flexible payment options — so you can move forward with confidence.
Find Gum Disease Treatment Near You — 9 Boca Dental & Braces Locations Across Las Vegas
Boca Dental & Braces provides gum disease treatment at 9 Las Vegas valley locations — serving Henderson, Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Spring Valley, and Clark County. Nevada Medicaid accepted.
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Las Vegas, NV 89101
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Las Vegas, NV 89103
Las Vegas, NV 89108
Las Vegas, NV 89123
Book Your Gum Disease Treatment Appointment
Choose your nearest Boca location and we'll confirm within one business hour. Same-day and next-day appointments available.