Gum Disease Treatment in Whittier, CA

Gum disease treatment in Whittier, CA, at Atlantic Dental & Orthodontics starts with finding out how far the disease has gone, so we can stop bleeding gums before they turn into loose teeth.

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The Whittier Team Behind Your Gum Care

Gum disease is easiest to stop early and hardest to fix once it reaches the bone. Our team covers both ends of that.

Our dentists work across all phases of dentistry, from cleanings to dental surgery, and care for patients of all ages. Our practice has cared for more than 50,000 patients in Whittier since 2003.

Our dental hygienist is part of the team you’ll see at your cleanings, and our doctors are active members of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association.

Meet the doctors behind your careTraining, experience and memberships for every dentist on our team.

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Signs of Gum Disease We Check For

If you notice any of these, it’s worth having your gums looked at. Some signs, like deep pockets, only show up at an exam.

Red, Puffy Gums

Healthy gums are firm and pink. Gums that look red or swollen, or feel tender, are often reacting to plaque along the gumline.

Bleeding When You Brush or Floss

Bleeding is often the first sign people notice. It’s common, but it isn’t normal, and it’s worth having checked.

Receding Gums

Teeth that look longer, or feel sensitive near the gumline, can mean the gums are pulling away from the teeth. Gum disease is a common cause, so we check for it first.

Loose or Shifting Teeth

A tooth that moves, or a bite that suddenly feels different, can mean the bone holding your teeth is being lost. This needs an exam soon.

Bad Breath That Won’t Go Away

Breath that stays bad after brushing can come from bacteria trapped under the gums. Mouthwash covers it up but doesn’t treat the cause.

Deep Pockets Between Teeth and Gums

You can’t see these yourself. At your exam, we measure the space between your teeth and gums to see whether pockets are forming.

The Two Stages of Gum Disease

Where you are on this scale shapes the treatment we recommend.

Gingivitis: The Early Stage

Red, puffy gums that bleed when you brush or floss. The damage hasn’t reached the bone yet, so this is the easiest point to turn things around, usually with a professional cleaning and better daily care.

Periodontitis: The Advanced Stage

Left alone, the infection moves below the gumline and starts breaking down the bone that holds your teeth. Gums form deeper pockets, and treatment shifts to stopping the damage and keeping it under control.

How We Treat and Manage Gum Disease

We examine your gums, take X-rays when needed, and match the care to what we find.

1
Exam and X-rays
We examine your gums, measure the pockets around your teeth, and take X-rays to see the bone that holds them.
2
Professional cleaning
Early gum disease often responds to a cleaning with scaling and polishing, plus a home-care routine that fits you.
3
Deep cleaning if needed
When buildup has moved below the gumline, a deep cleaning clears it from the root surfaces so your gums can heal.
4
Ongoing maintenance
Gum disease needs follow-up. We set a cleaning and check-up schedule that fits your gums and keep watching for changes at each visit.

Your Part Between Visits

Gum disease is mostly managed at home, between visits. That only works if the routine makes sense to you, so we explain what we find, and how to care for your gums afterward, in English or Spanish.

Brush twice a day, clean between your teeth every day, and keep your follow-up cleanings. If your gums bleed when you floss, read why gums bleed when flossing for common causes and what helps.

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Gum Disease Care Connected to Other Treatment

Depending on how far gum disease has gone, your care may include one of these.

Deep Cleaning

When pockets form between your gums and teeth, a regular cleaning can’t reach the bacteria hiding below the gumline. See what a deep cleaning involves, from numbing to aftercare.

Replacing Teeth Lost to Gum Disease

Advanced gum disease can loosen teeth until they can’t be saved. If that has happened, our doctors can talk with you about replacing them once your gums are healthy.

Emergency Dentist

Sudden swelling, pain, or pus around a tooth can signal an infection. Emergency patients can typically be seen the same day.

What Whittier Patients Say

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Had my first deep cleaning with Lurdes and was very happy she is very patient and attentive excellent experience.

Miguel Ortega · Google Review

Love the care they provide and makes you feel comfortable. Lourdes and doctors Dr.Paz and Dr.Tamir and the staff is amazing front with Samantha, Kimberly, Nelly, Elizabeth and back with Chris, Daisy, America everyone!

Tasi Steffany · Google Review

This dental office has been amazing. From implants to cleanings , service is impeccable and lets not forget the front office . Big shout out to Samantha, Nelly, and Elizabeth who are wonderful. They make you feel welcoming and glad to be there. Great dental team! I highly recommend this dental group! Love my dental work!

Ray Jons · Google Review

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Alfred Tamir
Dental Surgeon & Implantology Specialist
Dr. Aaron Paz, DDS, FICOI
Dental Surgeon & Implantology Specialist

About Our Team

Using Your Insurance for Gum Treatment

Our benefits coordinator checks your coverage before your visit, tells you upfront what your plan is expected to pay, and files the claim for you.

For any remaining balance, you can use CareCredit, Cherry financing, or a monthly payment plan with a low initial payment. Review our insurance and payment options before you call.

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Financing available

Low initial payments and monthly payment plans for qualifying patients.

PPO plans we accept

We do not accept state insurance. Call us to confirm your specific plan.

Gum Disease Questions From Whittier Patients

Can gum disease be reversed?

Gingivitis can usually be reversed with a professional cleaning and better daily care. Once it becomes periodontitis and affects the bone, treatment focuses on stopping it and keeping it under control.

Can gum disease make me lose teeth?

Yes. If left untreated, gum disease can damage the bone that supports your teeth and lead to tooth loss. Treating it early is the best way to protect your teeth.

How soon can I be seen for bleeding gums in Whittier?

New patients can typically be seen within one week. If your gums are suddenly swollen or painful, call (562) 696-5544, since emergency patients can typically be seen the same day.

Do you treat gum problems in kids and teens?

Yes. We care for adults and children of all ages. Gum inflammation can start in the teen years, especially with braces, when brushing around brackets is harder.

How much does gum disease treatment cost in Whittier?

It depends on how advanced the disease is and which treatment you need. We build a personalized treatment plan, check your PPO benefits, and explain your portion before we start.

Gum Disease Treatment Near You on Greenleaf Avenue

Our office is in Uptown Whittier at 6716 Greenleaf Avenue, with easy parking. New-patient appointments are typically available within a week, so bleeding gums don’t have to wait for an opening next month.

Make us your dental home in Whittier, and we’ll check your gums at every exam and keep your follow-up care in one office.

Atlantic Dental & Orthodontics
6716 Greenleaf Avenue
Whittier, CA 90601

(562) 696-5544

Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed

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Stop Gum Disease Before It Reaches the Bone

Call Atlantic Dental & Orthodontics or request an appointment online. We’ll check your gums, explain what we find, and build a plan that fits you.