Treatment for periodontitis?

My dentist informed last week me that I have periodontitis. 32 of the pockets are 4 or 5 mm deep. He recommended that I have a "deep cleaning" done. I am interested in getting the scaling done, although expensive since I don't have dental insurance, but without the proposed antibiotics treatment as I cannot afford the additional cost of antibiotics. In the meantime, I have been educating myself about gum diseases, and I am not sure whether I should get the scaling done since it appears that "flap surgery", in many cases, follows. My question is whether there is some home care treatment I can follow to reduce the pocket sizes without getting the scaling done. Your answers will be much appreciated.
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Unfortunately, there are no home remedies for periodontitis. Periodontitis results usually from the presence of hardened tartar on your tooth roots below the gumline. The hardened tartar are masses of germs, and they are irritating and breaking down the connective tissues in your gums and underlying bone. The only way to stop that would be to get rid of the tartar below the gumline, and there are no home remedies that can do that. The only way to remove tartar below the gumline is to scrape it off, and that's what the scaling and root planing (SRP) does. Flap surgery is to reduce the depth of the pockets so you won't get tartar trapped so far below the gumline. Sometimes it's necessary if dirty things are still getting trapped below your gumline despite the SRP. The peridex rinse mentioned by the above poster works to prevent plaque buildup, but it's not intended for long-term use-- prolonged use can stain your teeth. Hope this helps.
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How to get dental care?

I know a guy who is in need of dental care badly. He is unemployed, with no insurance, and needs help. It hurts him to eat because his teeth are in bad shape. He says " I can't even enjoy food anymore. That is sad to hear. I believe he thinks that they will have to be cut out and dental care is very expensive. We live in Kentucky. I don't know what to do I have been trying to find something out on the internet. Does anybody know any options to help him get the dental care he needs?
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I'm not sure about Kentucky but check into dental clinics which are usually in hospitals. I hope you find something for him. It's shameful how expensive dental care can be in the US.
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My tooth has a HUGE cavity?

I have a tooth with a huge cavity in it. I don't hve dental insurance and we are kinda broke right now. It hurts a little but it is a baby tooth. I think it is becoming a little loose so it may fall out soon. If it does, do I need it filled? Its a back tooth. Help!
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If it falls out then the cavity will be gone... Just make sure to brush your teeth WAAAAAY better even if you have been brushing really well. Make sure to brush for at least 2 minutes and floss. Since it is a baby tooth, I am guessing that you are still in elementary school or middle school (JR. High) so you can just let you parents worry about that. Then again you could just make friends with a dentist.
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Self Employed Health Insurance?

My father just quit his old job, he couldn't work there anymore (Too long commute and we lost a parent, so he had to stay closer home for the family) So now he is self employed. We are trying to find insurance that will cover him, 4 children, vision (we all wear glasses) + dental. Does anyone have any suggestions? (We live in PA)
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I purchased insurance from Celtic insurance. They had a good HSA for a family and reasonable rates. Good luck!
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Dental options, what are mine?

I am 27 and do not presently have dental insurence...not that I am not looking for coverage, but I have a very low income and it's hard to find affordable insurence in Michigan. I found recently that I HAVE to have my wisdom teeth removed. They are starting to cause stress on my other teeth. So I don't really have a lot of time nor do I have many options at this point...they have to come out. I just don't know what to do. I can't find a dental sergeon willing to remove the teeth without insurance or full payment upfront. I would like to find someone that would take payments, I am just not having any luck. Any ideas or suggestions?
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try www.Insurance Desk.com I saw someone suggest this web sight as one for low income uninsured patients... good luck ?
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how much would i pay?

I have a ppo dental insurance plan I just enrolled in. I need to get my wisdom teeth removed, but there is a 6 month waiting period before my insurance covers 50% of the cost. If i have the procedure done before 6 months, would I still get a discount or would I have to pay the full cost of the procedure? ( I would call the insurance company, but its the weekend, so there not open, thats why Im asking yahoo answers)
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if people could claim at the start of insurance the company would not have a waiting period. Its there for a reason and so I doubt you would qualify.
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dental school?

i need dental care and some people said i need to go to dental school because its free since i dont have any insurance. is there any one who can help me by letting me know how this dental school thing works and where are those schools located in baltimore area.
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The University of Maryland Dental School. The Dental School is Maryland's predominant provider of comprehensive and emergency oral health services for individuals of all ages, including the underserved and disadvantaged. for further details; http://www.dental.umaryland.edu/aboutBCD…
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