Category: Periodontal Disease

How Ozone Therapy Targets Harmful Bacteria

When bacteria on your teeth begin to gather on your roots and attack your periodontal tissues, the infection that results can cause serious issues. Over time, that infection can lead to tissue damage that causes instability and makes tooth extractions necessary. You also need to be aware that accumulating bacteria can enter the bloodstream and… Read more »

3 Issues Your Periodontist Can Address

When is it a good idea to meet with a periodontist about your health? If you are concerned about the condition of your gums, or if your dentist finds that you have an infection that is serious enough to cause long-term issues, visiting a specialist can certainly be beneficial. There are several issues that timely… Read more »

Can A Periodontist Improve Your Smile?

The problems that affect your periodontal health can become more severe than you might expect. This is particularly true when the condition is not being managed properly; fortunately, you can avoid these difficulties by meeting with a periodontist. At our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice, we can work with patients who are trying to prevent… Read more »

Managing Gum Disease To Prevent Tooth Loss

If you have problems with periodontal disease that you are not managing, you can experience serious complications. One issue, tooth loss, can negatively impact your appearance as well as your oral health, leaving you self-conscious about your smile and unable to maintain a natural, comfortable bite movement. At our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice, we… Read more »

Benefits Of Daily Care With Perio Protect

Your daily smile care routine is an important line of defense that will help you control your risks for problems with tooth decay as well as gum disease. You may not realize just how important preventive care is when it comes to maintaining your gums. Without proper prevention, you can experience issues with gingivitis that… Read more »

Encouraging Natural Periodontal Tissue Recovery

Tissue damage is not the only issue that you have to worry about when you have periodontal disease. However, it is a definite concern, one that you should discuss with a specialist. At our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice, we can actually help you manage this problem with a treatment that encourages natural growth and… Read more »

Look Out For Early Warnings About Gum Disease

At a routine dental visit, you can receive a timely warning about symptoms of gingivitis, and you can deal with an infection before it causes worrying complications. You should know that you are also able to observe signs of poor periodontal health between appointments. If you grow concerned about the signs of trouble that you… Read more »

Carefully Removing Bacteria And Diseased Gums

If you have unresolved issues with periodontal disease, the impact it has on your health can go beyond your mouth. Problems with bacteria that gather and move through your bloodstream can affect other areas, affecting your risk for heart disease and other issues. You can also have a more difficult time managing any other conditions… Read more »

Using Sedation During Periodontal Services

How comfortable do you feel when you are in the dentist’s chair? While many people have no problem with a routine visit, they may be less eager to go in for treatment to address a problem. For some individuals, even a regular preventive appointment can be stressful. Dental anxiety is a real issue, one that… Read more »

Diagnosing And Treating Periodontal Disease

The first step in treating periodontal disease is determining what condition your gums are currently in, and seeing what kind of services might be right for you. If it is not managed at all, a problem with periodontal disease can become serious. In time, gingivitis can lead to problems with an advanced infection that include… Read more »