Periodontal Therapy
SERVICES
Periodontal therapy is necessary in preventing the progression of gum disease by keeping the areas clean and repairing affected gum tissue.
Scaling & Root Therapy
Scaling & Root Planing (SRP) removes plaque and tartar from the root of your teeth to reduce periodontal pocket depths.
What is it?
Scaling and root planing (SRP) is a deep cleaning procedure that removes plaque and calculus buildup from the root surfaces of your teeth. This treatment encourages gum tissue healing and reattachment to the teeth.
When do I need it?
SRP is most effective in the early stages of gum disease and can help reduce periodontal pocket depths.
How does it work?
The periodontist or dental hygienist will use hand instruments and an ultrasonic device below the gum line to clean your teeth's roots and smooth any rough surfaces.
Laser Therapy (LANAP)
Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP) uses a laser to remove bacteria and diseased tissue.
What is it?
Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP) is an innovative gum disease treatment that employs a laser rather than scalpels to eliminate bacteria and diseased tissue. Both patients and doctors widely regard it as a minimally invasive and nearly painless procedure.
How does it work?
The laser removes bacteria and infected tissue while providing the doctor better access to eliminate bacterial calculus from the root surface.
Maintenance Therapy
Periodontal maintenance therapy helps to prevent the progression of gum disease in the gum tissue and surrounding bone.
What is it?
Periodontal maintenance therapy is an ongoing program designed to prevent the progression of periodontal disease in the gum tissue and bone supporting the teeth.
When do I need it?
Periodontal maintenance is essential for patients who have been diagnosed with and treated for periodontal disease.
How does it work?
Periodontal maintenance will be completed in conjunction with your regular dental check-ups and cleanings with your dentist.
Flap Surgery
Flap surgery is performed to remove tartar deposits in deep pockets or to reduce the periodontal pocket and make it easier to keep the area clean.
What is it?
Flap surgery is a common procedure used to remove tartar deposits from deep pockets or to reduce periodontal pocket depth, making it easier to maintain oral hygiene in the affected area.
When do I need it?
A pocket reduction procedure is recommended when daily at-home oral hygiene and professional care cannot effectively clean these deep pockets.
How does it work?
This surgery involves lifting back the gums and removing the tartar. The gums are then sutured back in place, ensuring the tissue fits snugly around the tooth.
In some cases, the bone may be smoothed, reshaped, and repaired (grafted) using bone from another part of the mouth or donor bone graft material. A membrane may be placed over the bone graft to promote bone regrowth.