Periodontal Services

Periodontic Options & Treatments

Gum Disease Treatment

Up to 80% of American adults have some form of gum disease. This begins when plaque builds up below the gum line, releases toxins, and eventually turns rock-hard, causing teeth to separate from the gums. If you have gum disease, you may notice symptoms ranging from mild to severe. For many patients, their symptoms are so minor they do not realize there is a problem until the gum disease has progressed to an advanced stage. Symptoms such as chronic bad breath, bleeding gums, sore gums, pockets between teeth, loose teeth, and changes in the way teeth fit together are signs of a problem. Gum disease has been linked to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, osteoporosis, and more. In fact, studies show that patients with gum disease are twice as likely to have heart disease.

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Laser Gum Therapy

This is a non-surgical way to treat gum disease. During the procedure, we will use a dental laser to decontaminate and reduce gum pockets, which can hold potentially life-threatening bacteria. When left untreated, gum disease can increase your risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and stroke. Laser dentistry procedures are virtually pain-free, require less anesthesia, and result in minimal bleeding.

Free-Gingival Gum Grafting

We provide gum grafts to treat gum recession. If your gums have receded, it can expose the tooth roots, increase sensitivity, and put you at a higher risk for disease and decay. During the grafting procedure, the exposed tooth root is covered, which alleviates tooth sensitivity and improves aesthetics.
We provide gum grafts to treat gum recession. If your gums have receded, it can expose the tooth roots, increase sensitivity, and put you at a higher risk for disease and decay. During the grafting procedure, the exposed tooth root is covered, which alleviates tooth sensitivity and improves aesthetics.