Periodontal disease, if left untreated, could lead to tooth loss and discomfort. But our team can help with perio laser treatment! In today’s blog, Dr. Ann Kania talks about how we help ensure full smiles with laser periodontal treatment for our Encinitas/San Diego, CA, patients. Along with treating serious concerns like periodontal disease, we could also use the technology to take on sleep apnea and more!
Periodontal Disease and Tooth Loss
Did you know that gum disease is the number one cause of adult tooth loss? The disease can eventually reach a stage known as periodontitis, which attacks the connective tissues between the teeth and gums. Without these tissues, the teeth loosen and fall out. Which is why care to manage the issue at the first signs of trouble is so essential. When you have sore, red, and bleeding gums, then see our team right away for a diagnosis. For many of our patients, we can offer help with advanced periodontal laser treatment!
Help with Laser Dentistry
A soft tissue periodontal laser can target areas of the gums with precision, allowing us to destroy harmful oral bacteria and remove disease portions of your tissues with accuracy, leaving healthy tissues intact. The treatment itself only takes one visit, and we can take care to reshape the gums in a way that ensures proper symmetry and beauty. Since the system does not require the use of scalpels and sutures, you can have a lower risk of bleeding, infection, and swelling, and see results in only one sitting!
Other Possible Applications
Our team could also use the technology to handle an array of other serious concerns. For example, they could aid in gum grafts to handle gum recessions, reshaping your gum line and helping your smile remain stable. We could use them to assist with jawbone grafting, preparing your smile to receive one or more dental implants. Speaking of, these aid in the placement process for people undergoing tooth replacement with dental implants.
For others, we could use the technology to help shrink oral structures and tissues to reduce sleep apnea episodes, so you can rest easier. Our team can also help limit the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, so you have a more youthful appearance. If you have any questions about how we help your smile with our perio laser systems, or if you have symptoms that need attention, then contact our team today to learn more and get started. We want to help you enjoy a healthy and beautiful smile, and undergo treatment with precision and comfort.
Schedule Your Appointment for Perio Care
We want to help you enjoy treatment for your gums that is comfortable and effective. To learn more about our advanced technologies, then call Dr. Ann Kania in Encinitas, CA, today at 760-642-0711.