Healthy gums are the foundation of everything.

Gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss in the United States — and it is also one of the most preventable and treatable conditions in dentistry when caught early. Our hygiene team provides thorough periodontal care that goes well beyond a standard cleaning.

WHY IT MATTERS

Your gums affect more than your mouth.

Research has linked periodontal disease to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and pregnancy complications. When bacteria from infected gum tissue enter the bloodstream, the effects can be systemic and serious. Treating gum disease is not just about saving teeth — it is about protecting your overall health.

Our hygiene team monitors every patient’s gum health at every visit — measuring pocket depths, tracking changes over time, and intervening early when signs of disease appear.

47%

of adults over 30 have some form of gum disease — most don’t know it

Reversible

Gingivitis caught early is fully reversible with proper treatment and hygiene

Linked

Periodontal disease is linked to heart disease, diabetes, and stroke

PERIODONTAL SERVICES

Protecting your gums, protecting your health.

Our periodontal services range from proactive preventive monitoring to deep cleaning treatment and ongoing maintenance care.

Gum Disease Treatment & Scaling

When standard cleaning is not enough — scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance, and expert monitoring by our skilled hygiene team.

Periodontal health is monitored at every exam and cleaning appointment. If you have concerns about your gum health, bring them up at your next visit or call us at 678-845-0366.

YOUR HYGIENE TEAM

Expert care, every visit.

Brooke Skahill, Celeste Presnell, and Allie Powell are our Registered Dental Hygienists. They are not just cleaners — they are your partners in long-term oral health, trained to identify the early signs of periodontal disease before it becomes a serious problem.

If you have been told you have gum disease, or if it has been a while since your last cleaning, call us. We will give you an honest assessment of where you stand and a clear plan for getting your gum health back on track.

PATIENT STORIES

Trusted by families across Ball Ground and beyond.

4.9 stars · 232+ verified Google reviews

★★★★★

“My wife and I had our first visit at Ireland Dental. They have AMAZING staff from Amanda, Celeste, Amber, Dr. Ireland & Dr. Hewgley! Dr. Ireland & Dr. Hewgley made us feel very comfortable and explained everything — it’s like we have known them all for years!!”

Ted Fountain

Google Review · Verified Patient

★★★★★

“Dr. Ireland is absolutely fabulous!!! I am so grateful I found her. She is compassionate and absolutely excellent. I highly recommend her and her entire team! Her dental hygienist, Brooke, is also first in class. Would give 10 stars, if I could!”

Denise L.

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★★★★★

“Our entire family loves the staff at Ireland Dental! The staff is fabulous, professional, kind and they truly make it an enjoyable experience. Dr. Ireland is the best! She has such a calming spirit and makes everyone feel extremely comfortable.”

Michele Champagne

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