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Periodontics / Gum Health
The term “periodontics” refers to the dental specialty that pertains to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease that affects the gums and jawbone. The gum tissues serve to surround and support the teeth and the underlying jawbone anchors teeth firmly in place. Periodontists have completed several years of extra dental training and are concerned with maintaining the function, health and aesthetics of the jawbone and tissues.
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Periodontal Scaling and Root Planing
The objective of scaling and root planing is to remove etiologic agents which cause inflammation to the gingival (gum) tissue and surrounding bone.
Periodontal Maintenance
Periodontal maintenance is a routine appointment, usually every three months, that includes reviewing any changes in your overall health, a thorough oral evaluation, and deep cleaning, both above and below the gums and provide home care instructions.
Pocket Reduction Surgery
Dental pocket reduction surgery (also known as osseous surgery, and flap surgery) is a collective term for a series of several different surgeries aimed at gaining access to the roots of the teeth to remove bacteria and tartar buildup (calculus).
Antibiotic Treatment Arestin
Antibiotic treatments can be used in combination with scaling and root planning, curettage, surgery, or as a stand-alone treatment to help reduce bacteria before and/or after many common periodontal procedures.
Laser Surgery
The LANAP (laser-assisted new attachment procedure) laser therapy, a laser periodontitis treatment, is the first and only specific periodontal protocol to receive FDA clearance for “true regeneration” and has been used by the dental community for many years.
Repair
Gum Grafting
A gum tissue graft (also known as a gingival graft or periodontal plastic surgery), is a collective name for surgical periodontal procedures that aim to cover an exposed tooth root surface with grafted oral tissue.
Chao Pinhole Technique
The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique/ Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation® is a scalpel-free, suture-free procedure for treating gum recession.
Aesthetic Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening is generally performed to improve the health of the gum tissue or to prepare the mouth for restorative or cosmetic procedures.
Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery
Periodontists are often referred to as the plastic surgeons of dentistry because they can help improve the appearance of your smile through various treatments.
Other
Single Tooth Extractions
If you are experiencing extreme sensitivity or are suffering from advanced periodontal disease, you may be required to have a tooth extracted.
Frenectomy
A frenectomy is a surgical procedure that removes or loosens a band of muscle tissue that is connected to the lip, cheek or floor of the mouth.
Oral Cancer Exam
The good news is that oral cancer can easily be diagnosed with an annual oral cancer exam, and effectively treated when caught in its earliest stages.
Next step
Request an appointment
Your dentist will be happy to advise you on effective cleaning methods and treatment options.