Catch it early. Protect your smile.
Gum disease often develops quietly, without pain, until it has already started to affect the bone that holds your teeth in place. Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev provides laser-assisted gum disease treatment for patients of all ages across Bayside, Queens, and the surrounding NY area.
Why Treating Gum Disease Matters
Gingivitis vs. Periodontitis
Gum disease develops in stages, and catching it early makes a real difference in how it is treated.
Signs of Gum Disease
Gum disease is often painless in its early stages, which is why regular exams matter as much as noticing symptoms yourself.
How We Treat Gum Disease
If pocket depth or bone loss is significant enough to need surgical treatment, Dr. Ilyabayev refers patients to a periodontal specialist. That care can include procedures like osseous surgery, which reshapes damaged bone so pockets are shallower and easier to keep clean, or a gingivectomy, which removes diseased gum tissue to eliminate pocketing. Most gum disease caught at the gingivitis or early periodontitis stage responds well to the nonsurgical treatment Dr. Ilyabayev provides in-house.
Why Gum Health Matters Beyond Your Mouth
Gum disease is not just a concern for your teeth. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, periodontal disease shares inflammatory pathways with chronic conditions like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, and treating one can influence outcomes for the other (NIDCR). Treating gum disease early is an investment in your overall health, not just your smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gingivitis Reversible?
Yes. With professional cleaning and improved home care, gingivitis can be fully reversed before it progresses to more serious periodontitis.
Does Gum Disease Treatment Hurt?
Scaling and root planing is performed under local anesthesia when needed, and laser-assisted therapy is generally more comfortable than traditional surgical approaches for many patients.
What Happens if My Gum Disease Is More Advanced?
If pocket depth or bone loss is significant, Dr. Ilyabayev will refer you to a periodontal specialist for procedures like osseous surgery or a gingivectomy, which are better suited to more severe cases than nonsurgical treatment alone.
How Often Should I Get a Gum Evaluation?
Most patients benefit from a gum health check at every routine cleaning. If you are being actively treated for gum disease, Dr. Ilyabayev may recommend more frequent visits.
Can Gum Disease Come Back After Treatment?
Yes, which is why consistent home care and a customized maintenance schedule are part of every treatment plan, not just the initial cleaning.
Does Insurance Cover Gum Disease Treatment?
Most PPO dental plans cover at least part of periodontal treatment. Bayside Dental Arts accepts PPO insurance and can help verify your benefits beforehand.
Notice Signs of Gum Disease?
The earlier gum disease is treated, the easier it is to reverse. Schedule a gum evaluation with Dr. Ilyabayev today.
