Treatments and Procedures for Periodontal Disease
Periodontists are dentists who specialize in treating and preventing gum disease. These specialists offer a variety of periodontal treatments and procedures to treat issues with the gum tissues, no matter how severe the condition may be.
Some of the treatments offered by a periodontist include:
• Plastic surgery options are available when a patient is just looking to improve the cosmetic qualities of the smile.
• Non-surgical treatments like a scaling and root planing can be performed to remove mild cases of gum disease.
• Laser assisted periodontal treatments be used to improve the overall health of the gums.
• Pocket reduction procedures are performed to eliminate harmful periodontal pockets that can pave the way for periodontitis.
• A gum graft can be performed to regenerate gum tissue that has been lost.
• A crown lengthening can be performed to improve the tooth-to-gum ratio.
Before any of these treatments can be given, you will need to undergo a comprehensive dental evaluation so that our expert can determine the extent of the problem. From there, we can offer recommendations on the best treatment for your needs and give you advice on how to prevent gum disease from occurring in the future.