Periodontics
Your gums are the foundation of every smile — we keep that foundation strong.
What is periodontal disease?
The quiet condition behind most tooth loss
Gum disease starts as gingivitis — red, puffy gums that bleed when you brush — and it rarely hurts, which is exactly why it spreads. Left alone, it advances to periodontitis, where infection erodes the bone holding your teeth. It’s the leading cause of adult tooth loss, and it’s been linked to heart disease and diabetes. Caught early, it’s very treatable.
- Bleeding when brushing or flossing
- Persistent bad breath or a bad taste
- Receding gums or teeth that feel loose
Treatment
Matched to the stage, focused on healing
Early gingivitis often reverses with a professional cleaning and better home care. Established disease calls for deep cleaning — scaling and root planing below the gumline — sometimes with localized antibiotics or laser therapy. Advanced cases get a coordinated plan with our specialists, all without leaving the office.
- Deep cleaning (scaling & root planing)
- Laser-assisted gum therapy
- Ongoing maintenance visits to hold the line
Soft tissue grafting
Rebuilding receded gums
Receding gums expose sensitive roots, invite decay, and make teeth look longer than they should. Grafting restores that lost tissue — covering exposed roots, calming sensitivity, and protecting the bone underneath. It’s a smaller, more comfortable procedure than most patients expect.
- Reduces root sensitivity to hot & cold
- Protects roots from decay and wear
- Restores a natural, healthy gumline
Prevention
Gum disease is very preventable
Daily flossing, twice-daily brushing along the gumline, and regular professional cleanings stop gum disease before it starts. If you’ve had treatment, periodic maintenance visits keep it from coming back — we’ll set the right interval for you.
See Cleaning & PreventionBleeding gums aren’t normal
A simple gum screening tells us exactly where you stand — book yours today.
Call (562) 414-5064