Periodontal Services
Healthy Gums, Healthy Smile
Partnering with your dentist for healthy gums
Your general dentist is your dental home, and we are their trusted partner for specialized periodontal care. We focus on treating the foundation of your smile—your gums and bone. Our practice is dedicated to managing and treating periodontal disease, from its earliest stages to complex surgical needs. We use advanced technology and evidence-based treatments to stop the progression of disease, restore lost tissue, and create a healthy foundation for your overall dental health. Our unique approach involves close coordination with your referring doctor, ensuring your specialized care is professional, comfortable, and completely seamless.
Periodontal Treatment
Specialized Care for Gum Disease
As a specialty practice, we provide a full spectrum of periodontal treatment, tailored to your specific stage of gum disease. Our goal is to stop the progression of periodontitis, eliminate infection, and restore the health of your gums and bone. From advanced nonsurgical therapies to complex surgical interventions, our team has the experience to manage your condition effectively. We use modern, evidence-based techniques to treat the underlying cause of the disease. Our team coordinates with your general dentist to create a long-term plan to maintain your periodontal health for life.
Our Periodontal Services Help You
Stop Gum Disease
Save Natural Teeth
Improve Gum Health
Scaling and Root Planing
Treating the First Stage of Disease
Scaling and root planing are nonsurgical, deep cleaning procedures that are often the first line of defense against gum disease. While a standard cleaning treats the visible tooth, this procedure goes deeper. We carefully clean (scale) hardened plaque and tartar from below the gumline and then smooth (plane) the tooth roots. This process removes the bacteria causing the infection and helps the gums reattach to the tooth, reducing pocket depth. It is a critical, effective therapy for stopping the progression of periodontitis and restoring a healthy foundation.
Socket Preservation
Maintain Your Jaw's Shape and Density
Socket preservation is a proactive surgical step performed immediately after a tooth is extracted. Its purpose is to protect the jawbone from the natural shrinkage that occurs after tooth loss. We carefully place a sterile bone grafting material into the empty socket. This graft acts as a scaffold, encouraging new bone growth and preserving the natural contours of your jaw. This simple, effective procedure prevents the "sunken-in" look, maintains the health of the site, and makes any future restorative work, such as an implant, more straightforward and successful.
Biopsies
Diagnosing Periodontal Tissue Abnormalities
The health of your gum tissue is critical. If you or your dentist notices any abnormal lesion, discoloration, or growth on your gums, a biopsy is the most reliable way to get a definitive diagnosis. Our specialists perform this procedure by carefully taking a small sample of the affected gum tissue. This sample is then sent to a pathology lab for precise analysis. This professional diagnostic step is essential for identifying specific periodontal conditions or other oral pathologies, ensuring you receive the correct, most effective treatment as early as possible.
Amazing Results
Take a look at before and after photos of a few of our happy patients.
Crown Lengthening
Reshaping the Gumline for Health
Crown lengthening is a periodontal procedure performed for both restorative and aesthetic reasons. In many cases, it is a functional procedure required to save a tooth. If a tooth is broken below the gumline or has deep decay, we carefully reshape the gum and bone tissue to expose more of the natural tooth. This creates the necessary space for your general dentist to place a secure, healthy, and long-lasting crown. This specialty procedure is essential for ensuring the stability of the restoration and the long-term health of the surrounding gum tissue.
Gingivectomy
Removing Excess Gum Tissue
A gingivectomy is a periodontal procedure designed to remove and reshape excess or diseased gum tissue. This treatment is often used to reduce the depth of periodontal "pockets" that form during gum disease, making it easier to clean and maintain the area. It can also be performed for aesthetic reasons to correct a gummy smile, revealing more of your natural teeth. Our specialists perform this procedure with precision, removing the unnecessary tissue to create a healthier, more easily maintainable, and more balanced gumline for a confident smile.
Soft Tissue and Gum Grafting
Specialized Care for Gum Recession
Gum recession, which exposes the roots of your teeth, is a common problem caused by gum disease, genetics, or trauma. This can lead to sensitivity and an increased risk of decay. A gum graft (or soft tissue graft) is the gold-standard solution. Our specialists carefully take a small piece of tissue, often from the roof of your mouth, and skillfully attach it to the recessed area. This procedure covers the exposed root, protects it from decay, reduces sensitivity, and restores a healthy, natural-looking gumline, providing a strong foundation for your smile.
Osseous Surgery
Treating Advanced Periodontal Disease
Osseous surgery, sometimes called pocket reduction surgery, is a specialty procedure for treating advanced periodontitis. When gum disease progresses, it creates deep pockets around the teeth and damages the underlying bone. During this procedure, our specialist gains access to the infected area to remove bacteria and tartar. We then reshape the bone that has been damaged by the disease, eliminating the pockets. This allows the gum tissue to heal and reattach more securely, making the area easier to clean and saving your teeth from further damage.
Guided Tissue Regeneration
Rebuilding Your Periodontal Foundation
When periodontal disease destroys the ligaments and bone that support a tooth, guided tissue regeneration can be used to help restore them. After thoroughly cleaning the infected area, our specialist places a biocompatible membrane between the gum tissue and the bone. This special barrier guides the healing process, preventing the fast-growing gum tissue from filling the space. This allows the slower-growing bone and ligament fibers a chance to regenerate, restoring a healthy, stable connection and helping to save your natural tooth.
Guided Bone Regeneration
Restoring Your Jaw's Bony Foundation
Guided bone regeneration is a technique we use to restore bone that has been lost due to advanced periodontal disease. After cleaning the area, our specialist places a bone graft to fill the defect. We then cover the graft with a special membrane. This membrane acts as a protective shield, allowing the bone graft to stimulate new, healthy bone growth. This periodontal application of guided bone regeneration is essential for regenerating the foundation around your teeth, improving their stability, and creating a healthier oral environment.
Ridge Augmentation
Restoring the Shape of Your Jawbone
Ridge augmentation is a periodontal procedure designed to rebuild the natural contour of the jawbone after a tooth has been lost. When a tooth is removed, the bone in that area naturally shrinks, creating an indentation or sunken look. This can be problematic for future restorations. Our specialists use advanced bone grafting techniques to fill in this defect and restore the natural shape and volume of the ridge. This creates a stable, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing foundation for a future bridge or other restorations.
Bone Grafting
Rebuilding Your Periodontal Foundation
When it comes to periodontal health, bone grafting is a critical procedure used to repair damage caused by advanced gum disease. Periodontitis can destroy the bone that supports your teeth, leading to instability and tooth loss. Our specialists use bone grafting materials to fill in these defects. This graft acts as a scaffold, stimulating your body's natural ability to grow new, healthy bone. This procedure is essential for stabilizing teeth, reducing pocket depth, and regenerating a strong, healthy foundation for your entire smile.
Sedation Dentistry
Anxiety-Free Periodontal Care
We believe that your comfort is essential for successful periodontal treatment. Many patients feel anxious about dental procedures, which is why we offer a full range of sedation options. From oral conscious sedation and nitrous oxide to IV sedation and in-office general anesthesia, we can tailor a plan for your specific needs. Our experienced team ensures your safety and comfort, allowing you to remain completely relaxed during your periodontal surgery or treatment. This anxiety-free approach allows us to perform our specialty work effectively and ensures you have a positive, comfortable experience.
Focusing on Your Periodontal Health
A Clear Path to Treatment
We want you to focus on your periodontal health without logistic concerns. Our experienced business administrators are here to help you navigate the process. We will coordinate with your referring dentist's office and provide a clear explanation of your insurance benefits. You will receive a detailed treatment plan, and for your convenience, we offer a secure online payment option. Our team is dedicated to managing the administrative details, allowing you to move forward with your specialty care with confidence and clarity.
