A person who develops periodontal disease can have several issues to contend with as they try to preserve their health. One problem with periodontal disease is the potential for bacteria traveling to different parts of your body and creating new health problems. Another is the damage it can cause to your gums, as well as to the jawbone tissues that are keeping teeth in place. The impact of this destruction is serious enough to cause tooth loss! At our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice, we offer different solutions for people who are trying to prevent or manage the effects of this disease. Through PRP therapy, we are able to encourage the healthy growth of damaged tissues and repair the harm that has occurred since your infection formed. (more…)
Arranging An Exam To Check On Your Periodontal Health
If you think something might be wrong with your periodontal health, make sure that you look into the matter. While gingivitis can be reversed, your condition can become difficult to manage if it is not maintained. Periodontal disease damages the tissues that are responsible for keeping teeth in position; over time, the breakdown of those tissues can lead to tooth loss. Bacteria responsible for your infection can create additional problems for your health when they travel through the bloodstream and attack other parts of your body. At our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice, we are prepared to help people who think they might be suffering from gum disease. Through the use of imaging technology at our office, we can closely observe your gums to see what condition they are in, and recommend treatment based on your needs! (more…)
The Benefits Of In-Office Periodontal Preventive Care
When you are at home, you are able to protect your gums from the threat of bacterial infection. Through good oral hygiene, it is possible to prevent the accumulation of plaque and tartar that can cause an infection of your periodontal tissues. Many people who follow good practices – and stay consistent with them – are able to keep their smile safe from gingivitis. Unfortunately, others will have issues with gum disease at some point in their lives. One thing you should know is that your Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontist is able to help through preventive periodontal services. These special treatments target those bacteria that cause infections. If performed in time, they can help you recover before the problem progresses to periodontal disease. If you have already reached this stage of infection, preventive services can control the growth of bacteria and destruction of tissues to protect you from attachment loss. (more…)
Have You Been Ignoring Symptoms Of Gingivitis?
When you keep up with the right oral hygiene efforts, you can successfully defend your gums against gingivitis. This method of prevention may seem straightforward, but many people still wind up experiencing periodontal problems at some point in their life. Gingivitis should concern you – if the condition is not addressed in time, you are vulnerable to developing periodontal disease. When this problem develops, permanent tissue damage occurs that weakens the support for teeth, leading to their losses. Periodontal disease also makes you more vulnerable to problems with your general health, as the bacteria attacking your gums can move through to different areas. Our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice is prepared to evaluate your periodontal health and recommend treatment based on your needs. If you want to prevent periodontal disease from occurring, make sure you check yourself for any symptoms of gingivitis so you know when a problem is starting to develop! (more…)
Learn About Our Less Invasive Approach To Gum Grafting
There are several symptoms of gum disease that can affect a person, particularly if they do not take action and address the matter promptly. One effect of an infection is visible recession of the gum line. This is a cosmetic concern, but it can also be responsible for discomfort, as the portions of teeth exposed are naturally more sensitive, and less resistant to cavities. Even when gum line recession is caused by something other than an infection, it can make you more vulnerable to infections in the future. At our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice, patients who worry about their gum line can learn about a less invasive approach to treatment that we offer. Thanks to the Pinhole Surgical Technique, we are able to offer a less invasive procedure to return your gum line to its appropriate position. (more…)
When Periodontal Disease Progresses
Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is highly preventable, and when it does develop, it can be successfully managed before it causes severe trouble for your oral health. Yet, despite this, severe periodontal disease remains a significant threat to many people, and is one of the most frequent causes behind adult tooth loss. The difference between managing minor periodontal disease and recovering from more severe periodontitis is time. If you don’t seek treatment and ongoing maintenance for your periodontal disease, it will almost certainly progress into more severe periodontitis by the time you do. (more…)
The Keys to Preventing Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is one of the more common oral health threats adults can develop. In severe cases, it can lead to tooth loss or the need for extraction, as well as several other consequences to your overall health risks. Fortunately, periodontal disease can be successfully prevented, but there’s no one-size-fits-all solution that’s guaranteed to work. Today, we take a look at a few key factors in preventing periodontal disease, and why they may not mean the same thing for everyone. (more…)
Could Ozone Therapy Enhance Your Gum Health?
Keeping your gums healthy is an important part of your overall oral hygiene routine, and in many ways, it’s just as simple. By preventing oral bacteria from accumulating heavily on your gum line, you can largely prevent the conditions that lead to gingivitis and more serious gum disease. However, controlling oral and periodontal bacteria isn’t always as simple as it seems. When periodontal disease develops, removing the bacteria that cause it requires professional care. Fortunately, we can often minimize your treatment with the help of conservative and biocompatible treatment options, such as ozone therapy. (more…)
How Dental Hygiene Helps You Fight Periodontal Disease
For some people, the fight against periodontal disease and the negative effects it can have on their oral health is an ongoing one. When the disease reaches a certain point in its earlier stages, it can become a permanent concern to the state of your periodontal and oral health. Much like preventing periodontal disease, maintaining your smile and fighting periodontal disease relies largely on sticking to a good dental hygiene routine, as well as consistent care from your periodontal specialist. (more…)
Key Concerns When Addressing Tooth Loss
The loss of one more teeth can be obviously concerning when it comes to your oral health, but not all of the consequences of it can be immediately noticeable. Because of this, addressing the loss of your teeth in a way that successfully restores and rebuilds your smile is a highly personalized process that, in some cases, could require more than you expect. Today, we examine a few of the key concerns when addressing tooth loss, and how taking them into account can help ensure the long-term success of your oral health treatments. (more…)