• Implant Dentistry
  • Dental Implants
  • Bone Grafting
• Sedation Dentistry
  • Oral Sedation
  • I.V. Sedation
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Cosmetic Bonding
  • White Fillings
• Family Dentistry
  • Regular Checkups
  • Tooth Extractions
  • Root Canals
  • Gum Disease Therapy
  • Gum Surgery
  • Dental Sealants
  • Dentures
    

Gum Disease Therapy

Gum disease is an infection in the gum tissues and bone that keep your teeth in place. It is one of the leading causes of adult tooth loss. If diagnosed early, it can be treated and reversed.Gum Disease can affect more than your oral health. Current Research indicates “there is evidence that bacteria in the mouth which are associated with gum disease, may be linked to heart disease, artery blockages and stroke.”

Following the initial examination and X-rays, Dr. Kwan will assess the goals of the periodontal treatment so as to control the cause (bacterial plaque) and the risk factors, repair the damage present (pockets) and restore and maintain a healthy environment.

In order to attain these objectives, there are 5 main steps that we need to follow:

If you're diagnosed with periodontal disease, Dr. Kwan may recommend gum surgery. Gum surgery is necessary if we determine that the tissue around your teeth is unhealthy and cannot be repaired with non-surgical treatment. Following are the four types of surgical treatments most commonly prescribed:

• Pocket Reduction Procedures
• Regenerative Procedures
• Crown Lengthening
• Soft Tissue Grafts

Post-Op Instructions

• Root Planing Post-Op Instructions
• Periodontal Surgery And Bone Grafting Post Op Instructions