Achieving Better Gums Through Dedicated Care

better gums encinitas caYour smile is about more than your teeth, and without safe and healthy gums, your oral health could be at risk. If your dentist has recommended that you speak with a periodontist, it is because it is time for your gums to experience a refresh. Your periodontal tissue serves as the foundation for your smile, supporting your teeth, so it is important to work toward better gums in order to keep your smile safe as you age.

At our office, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist is here to help you to renew your gumline. Our team uses advanced technology to bring you quality care for your smile, and we know the benefits of positive oral health care. We also take a holistic approach, taking your entire self into account when thinking about treatment options. From ozone therapy to advanced grafting using the Pinhole Surgical Technique (PST)®, our team can help you to achieve stronger and healthier gums. Your smile depends on your periodontal tissue, so talk to our team today about your oral health! (more…)

Conservative Gum Grafts With PST®

encinitas gum graftsTypically, completing a gum graft to correct gum recession means taking tissue from other parts of your mouth. But what if we could offer a conservative option that doesn’t require this step? In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about conservative gum grafts with the Pinhole Surgical Technique (PST)®, which allow us to transform your smile.

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LANAP Helps Treat Disease And Gum Recession

encinitas lanap treatmentWhen you suffer from periodontal disease, this could cause tissues to recede and even lead to a greater risk of tooth loss. To offer treatment with precision and comfort, we can implement advanced treatment options, such as the laser LANAP system. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about laser dentistry, and how this can help safeguard your smile’s health, function, and appearance.

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When Your Gums Need A Little Help

your gums need encinitas caYour smile is about more than just your teeth, and without the right care for your entire mouth, your oral health could struggle. If you have started to notice a change in your gumline, it is time to talk to a trusted dental provider about your options in treatment. This could be due to the accumulation of plaque and tartar at and below your gumline, and if so, it can become a serious problem for your smile.

At our office, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist can help you to rejuvenate your smile with holistic treatment for your gums. Periodontal disease is routinely identified as the leading cause of tooth loss, so you want to make sure that you are taking enough time for the health of your entire smile. This all starts with a visit for an examination and see if a thorough cleaning is necessary to protect your gums. Give us a call today to learn more or to schedule your next appointment! (more…)

Managing Gum Disease With Ozone Therapy

encinitas ozone therapyWhen you have gum disease and undergo treatment to manage it, we can follow this with preventive treatment designed to keep the disease in a manageable state. Doing so helps prevent the need for major procedures down the road, and keeps your smile whole. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about one procedure in particular: Ozone Therapy. By applying oxygen directly to your smile, we can help you avoid the complications of untreated gum disease and protect your smile from the advanced stages, such as periodontitis.

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