How do you know when to see our team for custom periodontal care? Your general dentist may let you know about the presence of gingivitis or periodontal disease, and refer you to our office. But you can also see our team for perio laser treatment when you notice possible warning signs of trouble. For example, if you have soreness in your gums or notice they look redder than usual. If they feel sore or bleed easily, this could also be a cause for concern. In more severe cases, there could also be recession too, in which gums pull back to make teeth look long or uneven! If this happens, then see our team for a diagnosis and to find out if you benefit from custom perio treatment.
How do we treat and manage an issue like periodontal disease? With advanced dental lasers, we can help control the disease to keep your smile comfortable and avoid long-term complications, including adult tooth loss. We can choose from the LANAP, REPAIR with WaterLase, and Fotona systems to help bring relief for your smile.
The lasers can gently remove diseased parts of your gums, and in the process reshape the gum line. Which means that when the procedure ends, you can see immediate results, with better oral health and a more attractive smile. The technology is comfortable and rarely requires the use of anesthesia. They also destroy harmful bacteria and lower the risk of any bleeding, infection, or swelling. Since the treated areas heal fast, you can usually return to work after a day or two of rest.
What can be done afterward to continue managing the disease and keep your smile full and comfortable? Our team can recommend better brushing and flossing habits at home, and a diet low in sugar. You also protect your gums by avoiding tobacco products! We may recommend a routine cleaning every three to four months to control inflammation too, so you can feel more confident and enjoy better oral health.
If you have any questions about the benefits of custom perio laser treatment, then contact our team today to learn more!
We want to help you enjoy better oral health and stronger gums too. To learn more about how we protect the stability of your smile, call Dr. Ann Kania in Encinitas, CA, today at 760-642-0711.
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