Nearly half of American adults have gum disease and many don’t realize how deeply it can affect their overall health, not just their smile.
At Lyons Creek Dental Care in Shoreline, we offer PerioProtect: a comfortable, medication-free treatment you use at home that goes where your toothbrush simply can’t.
Why Gum Disease Is So Hard to Treat on Its Own
Gum disease is a bacterial infection that lives below the gumline in spaces that brushing, flossing, and rinses can’t reliably reach.
Even after a professional cleaning removes the bacteria, they begin repopulating almost immediately. Without a way to consistently disrupt that cycle, the infection continues often silently, without obvious pain or symptoms.
Genetics play a role too. Some people are naturally more sensitive to oral bacteria, triggering a stronger inflammatory response. That’s not a reason to stop brushing and flossing, but for patients with active gum disease, those habits alone aren’t enough.
What Is PerioProtect?
The Perio Tray® is a soft, flexible, custom-fit retainer that delivers a specialized hydrogen peroxide gel deep beneath the gumline, directly to the source of the infection.
You wear it for just a few minutes each day. It’s comfortable, easy to use, and reaches areas that traditional home care simply cannot, disrupting the bacteria that allow gum disease to persist between dental visits.
Why It Matters Beyond Your Mouth
Chronic periodontitis places a sustained burden on your immune system, and the links to systemic health are well documented:
- Arterial inflammation and increased risk of heart attack and stroke
- Neurological and lung inflammation
- Complications with blood sugar regulation
Treating gum disease isn’t just about protecting your teeth. It’s about reducing a source of chronic inflammation that may be quietly affecting your overall health.
What Patients Also Notice
Along with improved gum health, PerioProtect users frequently report:
- Whiter teeth – from the gentle whitening effect of the hydrogen peroxide gel
- Fresher breath – chronic bad breath is often a sign of active gum disease, and treating the source makes a real difference
Is PerioProtect Right for You?
It may be a good fit if you’ve been diagnosed with gingivitis or periodontitis, struggle with recurring gum disease, or want to reduce your risk of needing surgical treatment.
Ask our team at your next visit and we’ll walk you through whether Perio Trays® make sense for your situation. Call 206-362-5400 or schedule online at Lyons Creek Dental Care in Shoreline.
