Gum disease does not wait for your next cleaning.
Periodontal disease lives in the pockets between tooth and gum. Brushing and flossing reach about three millimetres; the bacteria causing the damage are often deeper than that, which is why the condition keeps returning between appointments.
Perio Protect uses a custom-fitted tray that seals against the gums and delivers medication into those pockets. You wear it for a few minutes a day at home, alongside your professional cleanings — so the treatment continues in the months between visits.
Warning signs of gum disease
Bleeding when you brush
Healthy gums do not bleed. Bleeding is inflammation, and it is the earliest warning you get.
Persistent bad breath
A smell that returns quickly after brushing often comes from bacteria below the gum line.
Receding gums
Teeth that look longer than they used to, or new sensitivity at the gum line.
Loose teeth
Movement or a bite that feels different means bone support is already being lost.
Common questions
Answers before you book.
Still unsure about something? Call (903) 630-7357 and talk it through with our team.
Is this instead of a deep cleaning?
No — it works alongside it. Professional cleaning removes the hardened deposits; the trays keep the bacterial load down between appointments.
How long do I wear the tray?
Only a few minutes a day. We will give you a schedule based on how deep your pockets are and review it as they improve.
Is gum disease reversible?
The early inflammation stage is. Once bone has been lost it does not grow back on its own — but the disease can absolutely be stopped from progressing further.