When you have a more advanced case of periodontal disease, you could experience recession, swelling, soreness, and bleeding. You could also risk the loss of your teeth too! But our team can provide nonsurgical treatment for relief, without the use of sutures and scalpels. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about the REPAIR system with WaterLase.
When to Seek Treatment
When should you talk to our team about treating your periodontal disease? You should let us know when you noticed changes to your gum tissues. Do they appear redder than usual? Do they feel sensitive or bleed easily? Have you encountered swelling or possibly tissues receding, making teeth appear longer or uneven? If any of these symptoms apply to you, then please reach out to our team right away. You need treatment to manage the disease and prevent the later stage, known as periodontitis, which can cause adult tooth loss. Our team can use laser dentistry to bring the disease into a manageable state, so preventive care can keep your smile whole and healthy moving forward.
REPAIR with WaterLase
REPAIR with WaterLase uses a laser to allow us to trim away and remove the diseased portions of your gums, and to also destroy pockets of harmful bacteria. To ensure the procedure is gentle, there will be a stream of water used in conjunction with it. This can allow us to gently remove the tissues and prevent major damage, so healthy tissues are untouched and the risk of swelling, bleeding, and infection is much lower. There is also often no need for anesthesia too, and the area heals much quicker since we don’t use sutures or scalpels. This provides a convenient, noninvasive, and effective way of managing the disease to keep your smile healthy and whole.
Moving Forward
What happens after treatment? The area will likely heal after about 24 hours, so you can return to your normal routine. We can discuss preventive visits, such as cleanings, Supportive Periodontal Maintenance, or even holistic care like antibiotics and Ozone Therapy to keep the gums healthy and to control bacterial buildup. You can then keep your smile strong and avoid tooth loss and uncomfortable symptoms. If you have any questions about how we treat and manage the disease with lasers and a holistic approach, then reach out to our team today. Don’t ignore these symptoms, talk to our team about possible solutions today!
Talk to Your San Diego, CA, Periodontist, Dr. Kania, Today!
Don’t let your smile develop disease and risk tooth loss, talk to our team about possible treatment options. Call Dr. Kania in Encinitas, CA today to find out more about our laser treatment options at 760-642-0711. We want to ensure your smile stays healthy and whole for years to come.