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Periodontics: Specialized Care for Healthy Gums & Lasting Smiles

Preserving Your Foundation. Enhancing Your Future.

Overview

Periodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease, and the placement of dental implants. It focuses on the health of the tissues that support your teeth – the gums, alveolar bone, cementum, and periodontal ligament. A healthy periodontium is the foundation for a healthy smile and essential for your overall well-being.

Our expert periodontists utilize advanced techniques and cutting-edge technology to restore and maintain the health of your gums and supporting structures, ensuring your natural teeth last a lifetime and successful integration of dental implants.

Why Periodontics Matters

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a chronic inflammatory condition that can silently progress, leading to gum recession, bone loss, and eventually tooth loss. It has also been linked to serious systemic health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and respiratory problems. Proactive and specialized periodontal care is crucial not only for your oral health but for your entire body.

Our Comprehensive Periodontal Services

We offer a full spectrum of periodontal treatments tailored to your individual needs:

1. Diagnostic Services

• Comprehensive Periodontal Examination: Thorough assessment of gum health, bone levels, and identification of risk factors.
• Digital Radiography & 3D Imaging (CBCT): Precise imaging for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

2. Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy

• Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning): Removal of plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline, smoothing root surfaces to prevent bacterial reattachment.
• Antibiotic Therapy: Localized or systemic antibiotics to target specific bacteria causing gum infection.
• Laser-Assisted Periodontal Therapy (LAPT): Minimally invasive treatment for bacterial reduction and tissue regeneration.

3. Surgical Periodontal Therapy

• Pocket Reduction Surgery (Flap Surgery): Reshaping bone and gum tissue to reduce periodontal pockets and eliminate bacteria.
• Regenerative Procedures:
  • Bone Grafting: Restoration of bone lost due to periodontal disease, preparing for implants or stabilizing teeth.
  • Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR): Using special membranes to encourage the regrowth of lost bone and gum tissue.
• Soft Tissue Grafting (Gum Grafts): Covering exposed root surfaces, reducing sensitivity, and preventing further gum recession.
• Crown Lengthening: Reshaping gum and bone tissue to expose more of the natural tooth for restorative procedures or cosmetic enhancement.

4. Dental Implant Placement

• Single & Multiple Dental Implants: Surgical placement of titanium posts into the jawbone to replace missing teeth, providing a stable foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures.
• Bone Augmentation & Sinus Lifts: Procedures to ensure adequate bone volume for successful implant placement.
• All-on-4® / Full Arch Restorations: Comprehensive solutions for patients missing multiple or all teeth.

5. Cosmetic Periodontal Procedures

• Gum Contouring (Gingivectomy/Gingivoplasty): Reshaping excessive or uneven gum tissue for a more aesthetic smile line ("gummy smile" correction).
• Treatment of Gum Recession: Restoring the natural gum line and protecting tooth roots.

6. Periodontal Maintenance Program

• Ongoing Supportive Periodontal Therapy: Regular cleanings and examinations crucial for preventing the recurrence of gum disease after initial treatment.

Benefits of Choosing Specialized Periodontal Care

• Prevent Tooth Loss: Effectively halts the progression of gum disease, preserving your natural dentition.
• Improve Oral Health: Eliminates infection, reduces inflammation, and creates a healthier oral environment.
• Enhance Systemic Health: Reduces the risk of gum disease-related complications affecting your heart, diabetes management, and more.
• Eliminate Bad Breath: Addresses the root cause of chronic halitosis.
• Boost Confidence: Achieve a healthier, more aesthetically pleasing smile.
• Restore Function: Improve chewing ability, speech, and overall comfort.
• Long-Term Success: Ensure the longevity of your natural teeth and dental restorations, including implants.

Who Should See a Periodontist?

You may benefit from a periodontal evaluation if you experience:

• Bleeding gums during brushing or flossing
• Red, swollen, or tender gums
• Persistent bad breath
• Receding gums or teeth that appear longer
• Loose or shifting teeth
• Changes in your bite
• Pus between your teeth and gums
• A family history of gum disease
• Are a smoker or have diabetes (risk factors for gum disease)
• Are considering dental implants
• Are unhappy with the aesthetics of your gums

Our Commitment to You

We are dedicated to providing compassionate, state-of-the-art periodontal care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Our team believes in patient education, empowering you to make informed decisions about your oral health. We collaborate closely with your general dentist to ensure integrated, comprehensive care.

Don't let gum disease compromise your health or your smile. Schedule a comprehensive periodontal evaluation today.

Contact us for more information or to book your appointment.

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