Periodontal Therapy — Gum disease has mild, often unnoticed symptoms, but it can lead to tooth loss and serious health risks, like stroke, heart attack, respiratory problems, pregnancy complications, and even osteoporosis. Dr. Pulver and our team screen patients for gum disease at every checkup. We use a nonsurgical therapy called scaling and root planing to eliminate tartar and smooth rough areas below the gum line. As part of the therapy, we use an antibiotic to reduce harmful bacteria and restore your gums to health.