Periodontal Dentistry

Periodontal (gum) disease is a leading cause of tooth loss and may be associated with other chronic diseases, including diabetes and heart disease.

Periodontal disease is the result of infection and inflammation of the gums and bone that surround and support the teeth. In its early stage, called gingivitis, the gums can become swollen and red, and they may bleed. In its more serious form, called periodontitis, the gums can pull away from the tooth, bone can be lost, and the teeth may loosen or even fall out. Periodontal disease is mostly seen in adults. A recent CDC report stated 47% of adults aged 30 years and older have some form of periodontal disease.

BVDA Perdiodontal Treatment:

Full Mouth Debridement

Full mouth debridement involves the preliminary removal of plaque and calculus that interferes with the ability of the dentist to perform a comprehensive oral evaluation. Comprehensive oral evaluation may need to be done at a subsequent visit.

Periodontal Maintenance

We work in conjunction with local periodontist to ensure you receive adequate care to prevent reoccurrence of active periodontal disease. We rotate cleaning appointments with a gum specialist so that our patients get an annual comprehensive periodontal evaluation with the specialists and periodontal maintenance cleanings in our office at the specialists recommended recall interval.

Referral to Gum Specialist

Bacteria in the mouth infect tissue surrounding the tooth, causing inflammation around the tooth leading to periodontal disease. When bacteria stay on the teeth long enough, they form a film called plaque, which eventually hardens to tartar, also called calculus. Tartar build-up can spread below the gum line, which makes the teeth harder to clean. Then, only a periodontist (gum specialist) can effectively remove the tartar and stop the disease process.

BVDA Services

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Same Day Crowns

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental Implants

General Dentistry

Oral Surgery

Orthodontic Services

Pediatric Dentistry

Periodontal Services

Preventive Services