Treatment of Periodontal Disease
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| If you are diagnosed with periodontal disease, your Periodontist may recommend a variety of treatments. Periodontal surgery is necessary when your periodontist determines 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
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Gum Reshaping
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Regenerative Procedures
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Soft Tissue Grafts
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If you’ve already lost a tooth to Periodontal disease, you may be interested in dental implants—the permanent tooth replacement option.
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Cosmetic Procedures: In addition to procedures to treat periodontal disease, many periodontists also perform cosmetic procedures to enhance your smile. Oftentimes, patients who pursue cosmetic procedures notice improved function as well.
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| Ask your primary dentist near you for a smile consultation. He or she can evaluate your smile and provide a range of treatments available to help achieve the look you want. |
