Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, is one of the most prevalent oral health conditions worldwide. If not treated, gum disease can cause teeth to loosen and eventually fall out.. Despite this, many patients delay or even avoid periodontal therapy because of one major concern: pain. One of the most common concerns raised by patients is, ‘Is periodontal treatment painful? Fortunately, advances in modern dentistry have made periodontal procedures far more comfortable than most patients expect.